Larissa vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larissa

Girl #1,616 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"citadel, fortress"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian Brazilian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,616
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lara, Rissa, Lari

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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

Larissa Rank #1,616
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1616 for Larissa.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Larissa ___

  • Larissa Grace
  • Larissa Anne
  • Larissa Marie
  • Larissa Nicole
  • Larissa Rose
  • Larissa Jane

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 Larissa

Marissa Valeria Natalia Dominic Alexei

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Larissa or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Larissa at #1616 in the United States.

What do Larissa and Mia mean?

Larissa means "citadel, fortress" (Greek origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Larissa and Mia boy or girl names?

Larissa is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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