Meghan vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Meghan

Girl #1,444 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Greek via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,444
Total SSA Count
152
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Meg, Meggie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Meghan Rank #1,444
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1444 for Meghan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Meghan ___

  • Meghan Rose
  • Meghan Grace
  • Meghan Anne
  • Meghan Louise
  • Meghan Kate
  • Meghan 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 Meghan

Deirdre Bridget Caitlin Rowan Declan

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meghan or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Meghan at #1444 in the United States.

What do Meghan and Mia mean?

Meghan means "pearl" (Greek via Welsh origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Meghan and Mia boy or girl names?

Meghan is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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