Mia vs Nellis

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
Nellis Rank #32,810

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #32810 for Nellis.

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

Nellis ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Nellis

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Nellis more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Nellis at #32810 in the United States.

What do Mia and Nellis mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Mia and Nellis boy or girl names?

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

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