Glen vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glen

Boy #2,326 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow valley, mountain valley"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,326
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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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

Glen Rank #2,326
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2326 for Glen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Glen ___

  • Glen Allen
  • Glen Michael
  • Glen Edward
  • Glen James
  • Glen Wayne
  • Glen Scott

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 Glen

Grant Gordon Gavin Gillian Fiona

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glen or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Glen at #2326 in the United States.

What do Glen and Mia mean?

Glen means "narrow valley, mountain valley" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Glen and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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