Mia vs Moxie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Moxie

Girl #4,178 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"courage, spirit, determination"

Origin: American English slang

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,178
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mox

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Moxie Rank #4,178

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4178 for Moxie.

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

Moxie ___

  • Moxie Jane
  • Moxie Lou
  • Moxie Belle
  • Moxie Ray
  • Moxie Rose
  • Moxie Blue

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Moxie

Bowie Harlow Jagger Rebel Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Moxie more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Moxie at #4178 in the United States.

What do Mia and Moxie mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Moxie means "courage, spirit, determination" (American English slang origin).

Are Mia and Moxie boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Moxie is primarily a girl name.

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