Karissa 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

Karissa Rank #2,663
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2663 for Karissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Karissa ___

  • Karissa Lynn
  • Karissa Marie
  • Karissa Anne
  • Karissa Grace
  • Karissa Nicole
  • Karissa Dawn

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 Karissa

Marissa Brianna Ryan Tyler Melissa

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Karissa or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Karissa at #2663 in the United States.

What do Karissa and Mia mean?

Karissa means "grace, kindness" (Greek origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Karissa and Mia boy or girl names?

Karissa is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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