Anointed one
A modern phonetic spelling of the word Messiah, which originates from the Hebrew word 'mashiach'. It traditionally refers to a promised deliverer or a leader who is expected to save a group of people. In a secular context, it is often chosen to signify a child who is seen as a blessing or a long-awaited arrival.
Less common today
Mezziah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,473 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
