Cy vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cy

Boy #2,349 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sun, shepherd"

Origin: Old Persian (via Cyrus)

Cultural Roots

American Western Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,349
Total SSA Count
60
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cy Rank #2,349
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2349 for Cy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cy ___

  • Cy James
  • Cy Morgan
  • Cy Lee
  • Cy Dean
  • Cy Ray
  • Cy Grant

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 Cy

Beau Rex Axel June Nova

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cy or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Cy at #2349 in the United States.

What do Cy and Mia mean?

Cy means "sun, shepherd" (Old Persian (via Cyrus) origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Cy and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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