Maggie vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Maggie Rank #299
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #299 for Maggie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maggie ___

  • Maggie Rose
  • Maggie Grace
  • Maggie Jane
  • Maggie Lee
  • Maggie Mae
  • Maggie Claire

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 Maggie

Millie Nellie Lottie Archie Teddy

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maggie or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maggie at #299 in the United States.

What do Maggie and Mia mean?

Maggie means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Maggie and Mia boy or girl names?

Maggie is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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