Madeline vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Madeline

Girl #87 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"woman from Magdala"

Origin: Hebrew (Magdalene via French Madeleine)

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#87
Total SSA Count
2,907
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maddie, Maddi, Maddie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Madeline Rank #87
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #87 for Madeline.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Madeline ___

  • Madeline Rose
  • Madeline Grace
  • Madeline Claire
  • Madeline Elise
  • Madeline Jane
  • Madeline Louise

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 Madeline

Charlotte Eleanor Josephine Henry Oliver

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madeline or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Madeline at #87 in the United States.

What do Madeline and Mia mean?

Madeline means "woman from Magdala" (Hebrew (Magdalene via French Madeleine) origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Madeline and Mia boy or girl names?

Madeline is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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