Ames vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Ames Rank #2,018
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2018 for Ames.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ames ___

  • Ames River
  • Ames Cole
  • Ames James
  • Ames Elliott
  • Ames Harrison
  • Ames Grey

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 Ames

Hayes Brooks Reeve Sloane Greer

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ames or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Ames at #2018 in the United States.

What do Ames and Mia mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Ames and Mia boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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