Drake vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drake

Boy #662 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dragon"

Origin: Old English from Latin draco

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#662
Total SSA Count
414
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dra, Dry, Drie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Drake Rank #662
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #662 for Drake.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Drake ___

  • Drake Alexander
  • Drake James
  • Drake William
  • Drake Michael
  • Drake Thomas
  • Drake Owen

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 Drake

Chase Blake Logan Stella Piper

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drake or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Drake at #662 in the United States.

What do Drake and Mia mean?

Drake means "dragon" (Old English from Latin draco origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Drake and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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