Bill vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bill

Boy #4,669 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"resolute protector"

Origin: Old High German Willahelm

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,669
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Billy, Willy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Bill Rank #4,669
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4669 for Bill.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bill ___

  • Bill James
  • Bill Robert
  • Bill Thomas
  • Bill Henry
  • Bill Edward
  • Bill John

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 Bill

Bob Jack Tom Joe Betty

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bill or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Bill at #4669 in the United States.

What do Bill and Mia mean?

Bill means "resolute protector" (Old High German Willahelm origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Bill and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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