Leotha vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leotha

Boy #19,346 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted"

Origin: Latin-English

Cultural Roots

African-American American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,346
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Leo, Lee

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Leotha Rank #19,346
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #19346 for Leotha.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Leotha ___

  • Leotha James
  • Leotha Ray
  • Leotha Eugene
  • Leotha Bernard
  • Leotha Earl

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 Leotha

Leotha Leola Leonidas Leota

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leotha or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Leotha at #19346 in the United States.

What do Leotha and Mia mean?

Leotha means "lion-hearted" (Latin-English origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Leotha and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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