Lincoln vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lincoln

Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#73
Total SSA Count
4,567
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Link, Linc

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lincoln Rank #73
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #73 for Lincoln.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lincoln ___

  • Lincoln James
  • Lincoln Scott
  • Lincoln Reid
  • Lincoln Cole
  • Lincoln Thomas
  • Lincoln Blake

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 Lincoln

Grant Monroe Kennedy Emerson Harrison

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lincoln or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lincoln at #73 in the United States.

What do Lincoln and Mia mean?

Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Lincoln and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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