Hugh vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#765
Total SSA Count
332
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Huey, Hughie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Hugh Rank #765
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #765 for Hugh.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hugh ___

  • Hugh James
  • Hugh Alexander
  • Hugh William
  • Hugh Robert
  • Hugh George
  • Hugh Edward

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 Hugh

Edmund Miles Cecily Alice Rupert

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugh or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Mia mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Hugh and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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