Lucena vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lucena

Girl #17,164 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"light, illumination"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#17,164
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lucy, Luce, Cena

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lucena Rank #17,164
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #17164 for Lucena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lucena ___

  • Lucena Maria
  • Lucena Isabel
  • Lucena Grace
  • Lucena Rose
  • Lucena Paz

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 Lucena

Elena Sofia Mateo Rafael Camila

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucena or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lucena at #17164 in the United States.

What do Lucena and Mia mean?

Lucena means "light, illumination" (Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Lucena and Mia boy or girl names?

Lucena is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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