Lia vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lia

Girl #188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"weary"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Italian Hebrew Portuguese Spanish Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#188
Total SSA Count
1,605
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Li

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lia Rank #188
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #188 for Lia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lia ___

  • Lia Rose
  • Lia Grace
  • Lia Jane
  • Lia Marie
  • Lia Violet
  • Lia Pearl

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 Lia

Mia Eli Nora Luca Aria

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lia or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lia at #188 in the United States.

What do Lia and Mia mean?

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

Are Lia and Mia boy or girl names?

Lia is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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