Gus vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gus

Boy #1,216 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"great, venerable"

Origin: Latin (Augustus)

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,216
Total SSA Count
166
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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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

Gus Rank #1,216
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1216 for Gus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gus ___

  • Gus William
  • Gus Henry
  • Gus Frederick
  • Gus James
  • Gus Elliott
  • Gus Alexander

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 Gus

Harriet Mabel Theodore Olive Archie

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gus or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Gus at #1216 in the United States.

What do Gus and Mia mean?

Gus means "great, venerable" (Latin (Augustus) origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Gus and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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