Clarence vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Clarence Rank #1,563
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1563 for Clarence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clarence ___

  • Clarence James
  • Clarence Thomas
  • Clarence Edward
  • Clarence Arthur
  • Clarence William
  • Clarence Henry

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 Clarence

Harold Eleanor Beatrice Herbert Florence

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarence or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Clarence at #1563 in the United States.

What do Clarence and Mia mean?

Clarence means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Clarence and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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