Emilia vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emilia

Girl #43 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"Rival; to emulate; eager"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish English Swedish Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#43
Total SSA Count
4,634
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Emi, Mia, Milly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emilia Rank #43
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #43 for Emilia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emilia ___

  • Emilia Rose
  • Emilia Grace
  • Emilia Jane
  • Emilia Claire
  • Emilia Kate
  • Emilia Violet

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 Emilia

Sofia Isabella Olivia Marco Sebastian

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emilia or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Emilia at #43 in the United States.

What do Emilia and Mia mean?

Emilia means "Rival; to emulate; eager" (Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Emilia and Mia boy or girl names?

Emilia is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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