Bradley vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#365
Total SSA Count
906
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Brad

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bradley Rank #365
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #365 for Bradley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bradley ___

  • Bradley James
  • Bradley Scott
  • Bradley Allen
  • Bradley Michael
  • Bradley Thomas
  • Bradley Lee

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 Bradley

Brandon Tyler Ashley Megan Derek

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bradley or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Bradley at #365 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Mia mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Bradley and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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