Elisha vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elisha

Boy #851 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#851
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eli, Lish

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Elisha Rank #851
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #851 for Elisha.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elisha ___

  • Elisha James
  • Elisha Cole
  • Elisha Dean
  • Elisha Grant
  • Elisha Ray
  • Elisha Thomas

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 Elisha

Elijah Isaiah Micah Caleb Naomi

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elisha or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Elisha at #851 in the United States.

What do Elisha and Mia mean?

Elisha means "my God is salvation" (Hebrew origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Elisha and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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