Burma vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Burma

Girl #38,780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"land of the Bamar people"

Origin: Burmese

Cultural Roots

Burmese Southeast Asian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,780
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Bur, Birma

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Burma Rank #38,780
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #38780 for Burma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Burma ___

  • Burma Rose
  • Burma Jean
  • Burma May
  • Burma Ann
  • Burma 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 Burma

Asia India Siam China

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burma or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Burma at #38780 in the United States.

What do Burma and Mia mean?

Burma means "land of the Bamar people" (Burmese origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Burma and Mia boy or girl names?

Burma is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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