Henry vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6
Total SSA Count
11,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hank, Harry, Hal

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Henry Rank #6
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6 for Henry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Henry ___

  • Henry James
  • Henry William
  • Henry Thomas
  • Henry Alexander
  • Henry John
  • Henry Oliver

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 Henry

Charlotte Eleanor Amelia Olivia Oliver

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Henry or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Henry at #6 in the United States.

What do Henry and Mia mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Henry and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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