Knox vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Knox

Boy #209 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round hill"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

Cultural Roots

American Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#209
Total SSA Count
1,701
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Knox Rank #209
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #209 for Knox.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Knox ___

  • Knox James
  • Knox Oliver
  • Knox William
  • Knox Henry
  • Knox Alexander
  • Knox Reid

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 Knox

Ryder Lennox Jagger Saylor Piper

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knox or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Knox and Mia mean?

Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Knox and Mia boy or girl names?

Knox is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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