Kaia vs Mya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mya

Girl #366 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Italian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#366
Total SSA Count
853
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
My, Mi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kaia Rank #180
Mya Rank #366

Kaia is more popular, ranked #180 vs #366 for Mya.

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

Mya ___

  • Mya Grace
  • Mya Rose
  • Mya Jade
  • Mya Belle
  • Mya Renee
  • Mya Nicole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kaia

Zara Lena Milo Leo Isla

If you choose Mya

Zara Kai Aria Leo Nora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaia or Mya more popular?

Kaia is more popular, ranked #180 compared to Mya at #366 in the United States.

What do Kaia and Mya mean?

Kaia means "earth" (Greek origin). Mya means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kaia and Mya boy or girl names?

Kaia is primarily a girl name. Mya is primarily a girl name.

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