Hubby is determined our future boy be named [name_u]Messiah[/name_u], but he’s no help at all with a middle name and I’m just not sure myself. Our last name begins with O has three syllables and ends with -er. His sisters will be [name_f]Evelynn[/name_f] [name_u]Rae[/name_u] and Faven. Any suggestions?
I would suggest something other than messiah. I’m not trying to sound rude honestly but it sounds so religious maybe? Or like his siblings would be named [name_m]King[/name_m] or princess. If he loves it that much maybe use it for a middle name and go back to the drawing board for the first name? I like [name_f]Evelynn[/name_f] However with [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] it doesn’t seem to fit well. Hmm maybe:
[name_m]Caspian[/name_m]
[name_m]Raphael[/name_m]
[name_m]Apollo[/name_m]
[name_m]Niven[/name_m]
[name_u]Lior[/name_u]
[name_m]Augustine[/name_m]
[name_m]Yves[/name_m]
[name_f]Kylie[/name_f]
[name_m]Fabian[/name_m]
Using [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] or [name_m]King[/name_m], [name_m]Pharaoh[/name_m], [name_f]Princess[/name_f] etc. may be putting unrealistic expectations on your child. [name_m]Just[/name_m] a personal opinion, there are other strong male names that may be more usable?
I love your girls names!
Other boys suggestions -
[name_m]Ezekiel[/name_m]
[name_m]Apollo[/name_m]
[name_m]Cassius[/name_m]
[name_m]Kano[/name_m]
[name_m]Amadeus[/name_m]
[name_m]Clinton[/name_m]
[name_m]Ezra[/name_m]
[name_m]Leonidas[/name_m]
[name_m]Thaddeus[/name_m]
[name_m]Zachary[/name_m]
[name_m]Felix[/name_m]
I know someone who recently named their baby boy [name_u]Messiah[/name_u]. It’s not a name I would use myself, and it is one that will likely prompt a lot of strong responses, but I will say that I do appreciate the fact that giving a child a name like [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] (or [name_m]Duke[/name_m] or Sir or [name_m]Saint[/name_m] or [name_m]King[/name_m] or [name_m]Pharaoh[/name_m] or Blessing or [name_f]Princess[/name_f] or [name_f]Queen[/name_f], etc) does, to me, indicate the value and the preciousness of this child.
Additionally, I don’t see a fundamental difference in choosing [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] over [name_u]Rory[/name_u] (red king), [name_u]Rex[/name_u] (king), [name_u]Rey[/name_u] (king), [name_m]Salvador[/name_m] (savior), [name_m]Amir[/name_m] (king), [name_f]Suri[/name_f] (princess), [name_m]Conrad[/name_m] (brave counsel), [name_m]Maximus[/name_m] (greatest), etc., etc. Many people choose names because they like the meaning, especially if this baby has overcome difficulties, or comes after a loss, or after infertility difficulties…any baby is precious, and if a parent wants to honor that in their name, either by directly using a powerful word or using a name with a powerful meaning, that’s understandable.
As for your question about middle names, perhaps something a little more expected but modern, in case your son prefers not to go by his first name? What about:
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_u]Tate[/name_u]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Hayes[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_u]Michael[/name_u]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Oliver[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Isaac[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_u]Noah[/name_u]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_u]Jayden[/name_u]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Nolan[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_u]Colby[/name_u]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Grayson[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Holden[/name_m]
[name_f]Remember[/name_f] that what constitutes a name (or even a “good name”) to you may not be the same for everyone, or in every community, country, or family. Advise with respect and consideration.
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] is a Jewish title referring exclusively to the coming deliverer of the Jewish nation - that is, [name_m]Jesus[/name_m] [name_m]Christ[/name_m]. It is not a generic name and should not be used as if it were one. I would strongly advise you to find something else. Messala springs to mind - it’s a [name_m]Roman[/name_m] name best known through the character in [name_m]Ben[/name_m] Hur. Other options that sound similar could be [name_u]Memphis[/name_u], Manasseh, [name_u]Mason[/name_u], or [name_m]Meshach[/name_m].
Guys while I understand that this is a bit more on the unorthodox side of things and that you mean well I’m not the one who needs convinced. Personally I don’t care much for the name myself, but its the only thing hubby has ever actually asked for and so sure about. While I know its not a name to be taken lightly I don’t have the heart to deny him the only thing he’s asked for. I hope you guys can understand where I’m coming from and at least humor me I suppose.
Are there any names that you like or that you used to like at any point? That could help generate some leads.
I think that choosing something more traditional or common would be a good bet. [name_m]How[/name_m] about:
[name_m]Gabriel[/name_m] (although that might be too religious?)
[name_m]William[/name_m]
[name_m]Andrew[/name_m]
[name_u]Corbin[/name_u]
[name_m]Matthew[/name_m]
[name_m]Jason[/name_m]
I feel like [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] goes very well with [name_f]Evelynn[/name_f] and Faven, but might get made fun of and get called a messiah, which is a leader or savior in a group or cause. I always still hear that word randomly sometimes, but it’s not really that bad I guess.
Since he loves it and you’re fine with it, go for it. Pick a middle name you like so you can call him that instead, or maybe nn him Messi or Mouse? That’s adorable to me lol.
Middle name ideas that I feel go well with the name [name_u]Messiah[/name_u]:
[name_m]Levi[/name_m]
[name_u]Rowan[/name_u] nn Row
Evren nn [name_f]Evi[/name_f]
[name_m]Julian[/name_m] nn [name_u]Jules[/name_u]
[name_u]Ren[/name_u]
[name_f]Colleen[/name_f] nn [name_m]Cole[/name_m]
[name_u]Marley[/name_u]
[name_m]Alexander[/name_m] nn [name_u]Alex[/name_u], [name_m]Zander[/name_m], [name_f]Dia[/name_f], or [name_u]Lex[/name_u]
I wish you could convince your husband to reconsider. Naming your son [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] is just a tick below naming him God. I’m sorry, but the jokes will write themselves: “are you the [name_u]Messiah[/name_u]?”; “we’re waiting for the [name_u]Messiah[/name_u]”; who do you think you are–the [name_u]Messiah[/name_u]?"
I think it’s a delicate balance when one parent really loves a name that the other parent doesn’t really like, especially if you add in wrinkles like this is the first boy and Dad really loves a name all of a sudden, and Dad hasn’t ever asked for a name before. I think the pressure on Mom to acquiesce is pretty strong, regardless of how much she does or doesn’t like the name. She has two choices: acquiesce, or delicately try to shift him without hurting his feelings or shutting him down. [name_f]Every[/name_f] marriage has compromise, and sometimes (even for a name nerd) that includes letting the other parent choose a name they love.
It doesn’t sound like [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] is exactly the Mom’s style, but she’s letting Dad have this one. Maybe she’ll continue to try to shift him; maybe not. Either way, she’s not asking if we like the name or approve of its use; she’s asking for help in pairing it with a middle.
I think [name_u]Messiah[/name_u], being a name that is both unusual and a strong hero name, needs a middle that is strong but not overbearing, probably classic and not too modern-sounding. Too mild or too modern in the middle will feel unbalanced.
Here are a few suggestions. [name_f]Hope[/name_f] they spark something good for you!
Classic middles:
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]David[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]John[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Alexander[/name_m] (even with the repeated A, I like the weightiness of this name)
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Thomas[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Calvin[/name_m]
You could try a virtue name in the middle, or something symbolic of Christianity:
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_u]River[/name_u]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Valor[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_m]Anchor[/name_m]
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] [name_u]Haven[/name_u]
Good luck!
I think if your husband loves [name_u]Messiah[/name_u], you should use it, but in the middle spot. Or if he insists on using it as a first name, give your child a more traditional middle name that he can use in day to day life if he wants. At the end of the day, your child’s name isn’t really about you or your husband. It’s about your child. They will have to go by that name for their entire life. If you give your child a more difficult or complicated first name (like [name_u]Messiah[/name_u]), give them more options by choosing a more traditional middle name.
Maybe have your husband pretend his name is [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] for a few days? Have him order a drink from Starbucks, reserve a table at a restaurant, take your daughter to a playground and call out the name as if you are beckoning or scolding a child and observe the reactions. Maybe it won’t be as bad as people are predicting, but it could also be a lot worse.
Personally cannot see hiring someone who went by [name_u]Messiah[/name_u] (even as an atheist). Seems like it would be a disaster in corporate environment.
Please don’t.
It’s a stunning name, but maybe a little too stunning? It’s a lot to put on a kid, and people will disapprove even if you aren’t a believer or only mean it to honor the [name_u]Messiah[/name_u]. I’d leave it at the middle spot, myself. 
I am going to come off really harsh and I am sorry for that but if I don’t nobody else will.
You will regret [name_u]Messiah[/name_u].
It is a name that is banned in multiple countries and is considered offensive by many in multiple religions (personally I am an atheist but it is worth mentioning). It will only cause issues.
What does your husband like about [name_u]Messiah[/name_u]? The sound? The links?
I’m [name_m]Christian[/name_m] and while I would not be offended if I met a [name_u]Messiah[/name_u], I would certainly be uncomfortable. What about [name_m]Isaiah[/name_m]?
I give it a big thumbs down.
I think your husband needs to compromise on this for sure. Use it in the middle name spot and call him messiah daily if you want but he will have the option with a different first name when he is older. I agree that the name is definitely one step down from naming him God, and it’s a small step. I had my absolute favorite family name that I begged my husband to let me use for our sons ([name_m]Forrest[/name_m]) and said I would never ask for anything else or let him choose the next babies name. He still said no, I got over it and we chose a name we both liked. It’s ok to say no. Good luck!
No way. As a Catholic i find this very disrespectful. Your child will be teased
[name_u]Messiah[/name_u] is #218 in the US. It’s hardly a name that will be unheard of in this age group.