Iris 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

Iris Rank #71
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #71 for Iris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Iris ___

  • Iris Mae
  • Iris Louise
  • Iris Violet
  • Iris June
  • Iris Claire
  • Iris Elaine

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 Iris

Ivy Flora Violet Arthur Felix

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iris or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Iris at #71 in the United States.

What do Iris and Mia mean?

Iris means "rainbow" (Ancient Greek origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Iris and Mia boy or girl names?

Iris is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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