Mia vs Paj

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
Paj Rank #32,154

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #32154 for Paj.

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

Paj ___

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 Paj

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Paj more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Paj at #32154 in the United States.

What do Mia and Paj mean?

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

Are Mia and Paj boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Paj is primarily a girl name.

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