Kaia vs Maggie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaia

Girl #180 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"earth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian Hawaiian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#180
Total SSA Count
1,675
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kay, Kai

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kaia Rank #180
Maggie Rank #299

Kaia is more popular, ranked #180 vs #299 for Maggie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaia ___

  • Kaia Rose
  • Kaia Jane
  • Kaia Marie
  • Kaia Grace
  • Kaia Lee
  • Kaia Simone

Maggie ___

  • Maggie Rose
  • Maggie Grace
  • Maggie Jane
  • Maggie Lee
  • Maggie Mae
  • Maggie Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kaia

Zara Lena Milo Leo Isla

If you choose Maggie

Millie Nellie Lottie Archie Teddy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaia or Maggie more popular?

Kaia is more popular, ranked #180 compared to Maggie at #299 in the United States.

What do Kaia and Maggie mean?

Kaia means "earth" (Greek origin). Maggie means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Kaia and Maggie boy or girl names?

Kaia is primarily a girl name. Maggie is primarily a girl name.

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