Katana vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Katana

Girl #2,566 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"samurai sword, symbol of honor"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

American Japanese Global pop culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,566
Total SSA Count
69
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kat, Tana, Katy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Katana Rank #2,566
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2566 for Katana.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Katana ___

  • Katana Rose
  • Katana Jade
  • Katana Storm
  • Katana Grace
  • Katana Marie
  • Katana Blaze

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 Katana

Sakura Ryu Sora Kylo Ember

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Katana or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Katana at #2566 in the United States.

What do Katana and Mia mean?

Katana means "samurai sword, symbol of honor" (Japanese origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Katana and Mia boy or girl names?

Katana is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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