Mia vs Mildred

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

Mia Rank #5
Mildred Rank #2,096

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2096 for Mildred.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Mildred ___

  • Mildred Anne
  • Mildred Jean
  • Mildred Louise
  • Mildred Frances
  • Mildred Ruth
  • Mildred Irene

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Mildred

Ethel Gertrude Dorothy Herbert Clarence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Mildred more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Mildred at #2096 in the United States.

What do Mia and Mildred mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Mildred means "gentle strength, mild power" (Old English origin).

Are Mia and Mildred boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Mildred is primarily a girl name.

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