Harold vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#991
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Harry, Hal

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Harold Rank #991
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #991 for Harold.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Harold ___

  • Harold James
  • Harold Edward
  • Harold Thomas
  • Harold Francis
  • Harold David
  • Harold William

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 Harold

Dorothy Mildred Walter Bernard Margaret

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harold or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Harold and Mia mean?

Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Harold and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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