Kaia 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

Kaia Rank #180
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #180 for Kaia.

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

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 Kaia

Zara Lena Milo Leo Isla

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaia or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kaia at #180 in the United States.

What do Kaia and Mia mean?

Kaia means "earth" (Greek origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Kaia and Mia boy or girl names?

Kaia is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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