Masiah

What does Masiah mean?

Masiah is a modern spelling of Messiah, ultimately linked to the Hebrew word mashiach, meaning an anointed person. In biblical tradition, the term came to refer especially to a hoped-for saviour or king.

With its flowing ending and powerful spiritual association, Masiah feels bold, distinctive and contemporary. The simplified spelling gives it a softer, more streamlined look than Messiah, while retaining the name's familiar sound and significance.

Historical Context

Masiah is a contemporary English spelling related to Messiah. The source is Hebrew mashiach, meaning an anointed one. The religious title travelled through Greek and Latin into English as Messiah, and Masiah appears to have developed as a modern given-name form with a simplified spelling and an -iah ending.

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