Lea vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lea

Girl #834 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"weary"

Origin: Hebrew Leah

Cultural Roots

French Italian Spanish German Hebrew American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#834
Total SSA Count
324
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Lea Rank #834
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #834 for Lea.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lea ___

  • Lea Marie
  • Lea Sophie
  • Lea Grace
  • Lea Victoria
  • Lea Claire
  • Lea Simone

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 Lea

Mia Ines Chloe Sophie Hugo

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lea or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lea at #834 in the United States.

What do Lea and Mia mean?

Lea means "weary" (Hebrew Leah origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Lea and Mia boy or girl names?

Lea is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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