Alannah vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alannah

Girl #1,511 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beautiful, lovely"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,511
Total SSA Count
143
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lana, Lannah, Ally

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alannah Rank #1,511
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1511 for Alannah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alannah ___

  • Alannah Rose
  • Alannah Grace
  • Alannah Marie
  • Alannah Claire
  • Alannah Jean
  • Alannah Faye

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 Alannah

Siobhán Niamh Ciarán Fionn Aoife

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alannah or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Alannah at #1511 in the United States.

What do Alannah and Mia mean?

Alannah means "beautiful, lovely" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Alannah and Mia boy or girl names?

Alannah is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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