Elektra vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elektra

Girl #6,111 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"amber, shining"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,111
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Lek

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Elektra Rank #6,111
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6111 for Elektra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elektra ___

  • Elektra Rose
  • Elektra Grace
  • Elektra Jane
  • Elektra Mae
  • Elektra Zoe
  • Elektra Faye

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 Elektra

Athena Cassandra Helena Perseus Ajax

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elektra or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Elektra at #6111 in the United States.

What do Elektra and Mia mean?

Elektra means "amber, shining" (Ancient Greek origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Elektra and Mia boy or girl names?

Elektra is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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