Essie vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Essie

Girl #2,714 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star, radiant one"

Origin: Hebrew/Persian

Cultural Roots

English Jewish American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,714
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ess

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Essie Rank #2,714
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2714 for Essie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Essie ___

  • Essie Mae
  • Essie Rose
  • Essie Jane
  • Essie Pearl
  • Essie Grace
  • Essie 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 Essie

Bea Mabel Hazel Archie Ezra

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Essie or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Essie at #2714 in the United States.

What do Essie and Mia mean?

Essie means "star, radiant one" (Hebrew/Persian origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Essie and Mia boy or girl names?

Essie is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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