Meziah
Meaning of Meziah
Meziah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the root məzīʽāh, which conveys the idea of being appointed or delivered by God. It appears in a couple of Old Testament passages as a minor figure—an association that lends the name a scholarly, scriptural resonance rather than broad popular familiarity. Phonetically, it follows a three-syllable pattern with stress on the second syllable (meh-ZY-uh, /mɛˈzaɪə/), offering a distinctive yet accessible sound profile. In the United States, Meziah has remained well outside mainstream usage, registering between ranks 876 and 927 since 2009; in 2024 it reached rank 902 with 22 recorded births, reflecting a modest but steady niche appeal. Parents drawn to technical precision and rare biblical names often select Meziah for its balance of historical depth and contemporary rarity.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as meh-ZY-uh (/mɛˈzaɪə/)
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