Merle vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merle

Boy #4,664 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"blackbird"

Origin: Old French from Latin merula

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,664
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mer, Mey, Meie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Merle Rank #4,664
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4664 for Merle.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Merle ___

  • Merle Wayne
  • Merle Ray
  • Merle Dean
  • Merle Gene
  • Merle Lee
  • Merle Dale

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 Merle

Earl Glen Dale Vera Pearl

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Merle or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Merle at #4664 in the United States.

What do Merle and Mia mean?

Merle means "blackbird" (Old French from Latin merula origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Merle and Mia boy or girl names?

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

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