Mia vs Ophelia

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
Ophelia Rank #261

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #261 for Ophelia.

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

Ophelia ___

  • Ophelia Rose
  • Ophelia Jane
  • Ophelia Claire
  • Ophelia Mae
  • Ophelia Grace
  • Ophelia Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Ophelia

Hamlet Sebastian Cordelia Portia Lysander

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Ophelia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Ophelia at #261 in the United States.

What do Mia and Ophelia mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Ophelia means "help, aid" (Greek opheleia origin).

Are Mia and Ophelia boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Ophelia is primarily a girl name.

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