Betty vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Betty

Girl #1,009 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,009
Total SSA Count
253
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bet, Bett

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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

Betty Rank #1,009
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1009 for Betty.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Betty ___

  • Betty Jean
  • Betty Mae
  • Betty Lou
  • Betty Ann
  • Betty Jo
  • Betty Rae

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 Betty

Archie Hank Mildred Dot Freddie

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Betty or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Betty at #1009 in the United States.

What do Betty and Mia mean?

Betty means "God is my oath" (Hebrew origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Betty and Mia boy or girl names?

Betty is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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