Mia vs Paul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

Cultural Roots

Latin Christian English French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#264
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Paul Rank #264

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #264 for Paul.

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

Paul ___

  • Paul James
  • Paul Michael
  • Paul David
  • Paul Anthony
  • Paul Andrew
  • Paul Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Paul

Peter John Mary Elizabeth Mark

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Paul more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Mia and Paul mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Mia and Paul boy or girl names?

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

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