Malia 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

Malia Rank #327
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #327 for Malia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Malia ___

  • Malia Rose
  • Malia Grace
  • Malia Kai
  • Malia Ann
  • Malia Elena

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 Malia

Kalia Koa Leilani Keanu Nalu

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malia or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Malia at #327 in the United States.

What do Malia and Mia mean?

Malia means "calm, peaceful" (Hawaiian origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Malia and Mia boy or girl names?

Malia is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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