Kaya vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaya

Girl #968 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, cliff"

Origin: Turkish

Cultural Roots

Turkish Japanese Native American German African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#968
Total SSA Count
268
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Kaya Rank #968
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #968 for Kaya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaya ___

  • Kaya Rose
  • Kaya Jade
  • Kaya Luna
  • Kaya Skye
  • Kaya Wren
  • Kaya Pearl

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 Kaya

Zuri Kai Mila River Sage

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaya or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kaya at #968 in the United States.

What do Kaya and Mia mean?

Kaya means "rock, cliff" (Turkish origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Kaya and Mia boy or girl names?

Kaya is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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