Maui vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maui

Boy #5,566 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"demigod of Polynesian mythology"

Origin: Hawaiian/Polynesian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian Maori Pacific Islander Modern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,566
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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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

Maui Rank #5,566
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5566 for Maui.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maui ___

  • Maui James
  • Maui Kai
  • Maui River
  • Maui Liam
  • Maui Alexander
  • Maui Blue

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 Maui

Kai Leilani Koa Hana Nalu

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maui or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maui at #5566 in the United States.

What do Maui and Mia mean?

Maui means "demigod of Polynesian mythology" (Hawaiian/Polynesian origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Maui and Mia boy or girl names?

Maui is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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