Lucy vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lucy

Girl #34 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light, illumination"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Latin French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#34
Total SSA Count
5,396
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lu, Luce

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lucy Rank #34
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #34 for Lucy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lucy ___

  • Lucy Grace
  • Lucy Mae
  • Lucy Jane
  • Lucy Rose
  • Lucy Claire
  • Lucy Elizabeth

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 Lucy

Edmund Peter Susan Henry Ellie

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucy or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lucy at #34 in the United States.

What do Lucy and Mia mean?

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

Are Lucy and Mia boy or girl names?

Lucy is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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