Lawrence vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawrence

Boy #510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Laurentum, laurel-crowned"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#510
Total SSA Count
596
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Larry, Laurie, Ren

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lawrence Rank #510
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #510 for Lawrence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lawrence ___

  • Lawrence James
  • Lawrence Edward
  • Lawrence Henry
  • Lawrence William
  • Lawrence Thomas
  • Lawrence Robert

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 Lawrence

Edmund Gerald Theodore Margaret Eleanor

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawrence or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lawrence at #510 in the United States.

What do Lawrence and Mia mean?

Lawrence means "from Laurentum, laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Lawrence and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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