Lola vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lola

Girl #272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sorrows"

Origin: Spanish, from Dolores

Cultural Roots

Spanish English German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#272
Total SSA Count
1,155
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Lola Rank #272
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #272 for Lola.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lola ___

  • Lola Rose
  • Lola Grace
  • Lola Mae
  • Lola Jean
  • Lola Belle
  • Lola Darlene

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Lola

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If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lola or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lola at #272 in the United States.

What do Lola and Mia mean?

Lola means "sorrows" (Spanish, from Dolores origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Lola and Mia boy or girl names?

Lola is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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