Lily vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lily

Girl #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
6,093
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Lily Rank #24
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #24 for Lily.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lily ___

  • Lily Grace
  • Lily Anne
  • Lily Rose
  • Lily Jane
  • Lily Mae
  • Lily Kate

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 Lily

Oliver Violet Jack Iris Jasper

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lily or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lily at #24 in the United States.

What do Lily and Mia mean?

Lily means "lily flower, purity" (Old English origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Lily and Mia boy or girl names?

Lily is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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