Akira vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Akira

Girl #961 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"brilliant, intelligent"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American Korean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#961
Total SSA Count
272
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aki, Kira

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Akira Rank #961
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #961 for Akira.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Akira ___

  • Akira Jade
  • Akira Rose
  • Akira Lynn
  • Akira Elise
  • Akira Noel
  • Akira Sage

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Akira

Hiro Kenji Yuki Sora Naomi

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Akira or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Akira at #961 in the United States.

What do Akira and Mia mean?

Akira means "brilliant, intelligent" (Japanese origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Akira and Mia boy or girl names?

Akira is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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