Hilary 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
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Popularity Comparison

Hilary Rank #4,118
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4118 for Hilary.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hilary ___

  • Hilary Anne
  • Hilary Jane
  • Hilary Clare
  • Hilary Rose
  • Hilary Grace
  • Hilary Marie

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 Hilary

Mallory Avery Ellery Bradley Courtney

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hilary or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Hilary at #4118 in the United States.

What do Hilary and Mia mean?

Hilary means "cheerful, merry, joyful" (Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Hilary and Mia boy or girl names?

Hilary is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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