Maria vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maria

Girl #74 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"drop of the sea, star of the sea"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Portuguese German Polish Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#74
Total SSA Count
3,105
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Ria, Mia

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maria Rank #74
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #74 for Maria.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maria ___

  • Maria Elena
  • Maria Theresa
  • Maria Lucia
  • Maria Isabelle
  • Maria Christina
  • Maria 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 Maria

Elena Lucia Isabella Carlos Diego

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maria or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maria at #74 in the United States.

What do Maria and Mia mean?

Maria means "drop of the sea, star of the sea" (Latin origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Maria and Mia boy or girl names?

Maria is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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