Mia vs Nisha

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
Nisha Rank #6,646

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6646 for Nisha.

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

Nisha ___

  • Nisha Priya
  • Nisha Devi
  • Nisha Lata
  • Nisha Kumari
  • Nisha Rani

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Nisha

Priya Deepa Rohan Arjun Kavita

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Nisha more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Nisha at #6646 in the United States.

What do Mia and Nisha mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Nisha means "night" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Mia and Nisha boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Nisha is primarily a girl name.

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