Mia vs Olivia

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
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5 for Mia.

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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Mia at #5 in the United States.

What do Mia and Olivia mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Mia and Olivia boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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