Iona vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Iona

Girl #2,771 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"island (of Saint Columba)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic place name

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Welsh British Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,771
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Io, Ona

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Iona Rank #2,771
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2771 for Iona.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Iona ___

  • Iona Rose
  • Iona May
  • Iona Grace
  • Iona Jean
  • Iona Claire
  • Iona Maeve

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 Iona

Isla Skye Rhona Ailsa Callum

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iona or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Iona at #2771 in the United States.

What do Iona and Mia mean?

Iona means "island (of Saint Columba)" (Scottish Gaelic place name origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Iona and Mia boy or girl names?

Iona is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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