Alma vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mia

Girl #5 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mine, beloved"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Italian Scandinavian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5
Total SSA Count
12,113
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alma Rank #472
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #472 for Alma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alma ___

  • Alma Rose
  • Alma Jean
  • Alma Mae
  • Alma Claire
  • Alma Louise
  • Alma Frances

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 Alma

Cora Vera Flora Hazel Nora

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alma or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Alma at #472 in the United States.

What do Alma and Mia mean?

Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Alma and Mia boy or girl names?

Alma is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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