"sweetness of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Maziah
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Ancient Hebrew name meaning God's sweetness
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"God is my strength"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Maziah
Maziah (also Maaziah) is an ancient Hebrew name combining 'maz' or 'maaz' (strength, sweetness) with 'iah' (the divine suffix referring to Yahweh), meaning 'sweetness of God' or 'God is my strength.' The name appears in the Hebrew Bible among the priestly families of Israel, giving it an authentically ancient sacred pedigree.
Maziah is experiencing a modern revival alongside similar -iah names like Josiah, Malachi, and Azariah. The trend toward deeply biblical names with strong, distinctive sounds has made Maziah appealing to families seeking an uncommon but scripturally rooted name.
The '-iah' suffix is one of the most sacred elements in Hebrew naming, representing the divine name Yahweh. Names with this suffix (Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Josiah) carry inherent spiritual weight in Jewish and Christian traditions.
Historical Record
Maziah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 140 babies have been named Maziah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maziah is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,741 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Maaziah appears in 1 Chronicles as a priestly family of Israel
- The '-iah' suffix appears in over 100 biblical names
- Names with the '-iah' ending have seen a major US revival since 2010
Maziah in Other Languages
Greek
Μααζίας
Latin
Maazias
Arabic
مازيا
Hebrew
מַעַזְיָה
Popularity Over Time
#4,741
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Maziah
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Religious
Biblical figure mentioned in 1 Chronicles 24 as head of a priestly division during King David's reign
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,741
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Israeli Muslim
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Maz
Zia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maziah
What does the name Maziah mean?
"sweetness of God" (from Hebrew). "God is my strength" (from Hebrew). Maziah (also Maaziah) is an ancient Hebrew name combining 'maz' or 'maaz' (strength, sweetness) with 'iah' (the divine suffix referring to Yahweh), meaning 'sweetness of God' or 'God is my strength.' The name appears in the Hebrew Bible among the priestly families of Israel, giving it an authentically ancient sacred pedigree.
What is the origin of the name Maziah?
Maziah has Hebrew, Jewish, Israeli, and Muslim origins. In Hebrew, it means "sweetness of God". In Hebrew, it means "God is my strength".
Is Maziah a boy or girl name?
Maziah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4741. As a girl name, it is ranked #19539. Maziah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Maziah?
Maziah is currently ranked #4741 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maziah?
Common nicknames for Maziah include Maz and Zia.
What are good middle names for Maziah?
Popular middle name pairings include Maziah Emmanuel, Maziah Elijah, Maziah David, Maziah Solomon, Maziah Isaiah, and Maziah Caleb.
What are good sibling names for Maziah?
Names that pair well with Maziah as siblings include Josiah, Malachi, Azariah, Selah, Jedidah, and Abiah.
How many syllables does Maziah have?
Maziah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Maziah a common or rare name?
Maziah is an uncommon name, ranked #4741 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Maziah
Maziah is a boy name with Jewish, Israeli, and Muslim origins . The name means "sweetness of God" in Hebrew .
Is Maziah a boy or girl name? Maziah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,741 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #19,539. Maziah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Maziah is currently ranked #4,741 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Maziah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Maziah include Maz and Zia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maziah include Mazi, Mazieon, Mazin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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