Grae vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Popularity Comparison

Grae Rank #9,695
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #9695 for Grae.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Grae ___

  • Grae James
  • Grae Cole
  • Grae River
  • Grae Wolf
  • Grae Stone
  • Grae Forrest

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 Grae

Slate Wren Sage Blue Reef

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grae or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Grae at #9695 in the United States.

What do Grae and Mia mean?

Grae means "gray color" (English origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Grae and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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