Maiah vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maiah

Girl #5,296 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"water, spring"

Origin: Hebrew (mayim)

Cultural Roots

American Hebrew Sanskrit Greek Indigenous American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,296
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mai, May

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maiah Rank #5,296
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5296 for Maiah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maiah ___

  • Maiah Grace
  • Maiah Rose
  • Maiah Elise
  • Maiah Dawn
  • Maiah Fern
  • Maiah Celeste

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 Maiah

Luna Zara Aria Kai Elias

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maiah or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maiah at #5296 in the United States.

What do Maiah and Mia mean?

Maiah means "water, spring" (Hebrew (mayim) origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Maiah and Mia boy or girl names?

Maiah is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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