Livy vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Livy

Girl #2,951 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"envious (alternative etymology)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Italian Latin

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,951
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Liv

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Livy Rank #2,951
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2951 for Livy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Livy ___

  • Livy Grace
  • Livy Rose
  • Livy Jane
  • Livy Ann
  • Livy Claire
  • Livy 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 Livy

Ivy Violet Hazel Olive Eloise

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Livy or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Livy at #2951 in the United States.

What do Livy and Mia mean?

Livy means "envious (alternative etymology)" (Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Livy and Mia boy or girl names?

Livy is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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