Benton vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Benton

Boy #1,310 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the bent grass farmstead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,310
Total SSA Count
149
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ben, Benny

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Benton Rank #1,310
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1310 for Benton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Benton ___

  • Benton James
  • Benton Lee
  • Benton Cole
  • Benton Wade
  • Benton Grant
  • Benton 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 Benton

Emerson Harrison Sutton Fletcher Lennon

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benton or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Benton at #1310 in the United States.

What do Benton and Mia mean?

Benton means "from the bent grass farmstead" (Old English origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Benton and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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