Mia vs Perl

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
Perl Rank #5,576

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5576 for Perl.

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

Perl ___

  • Perl Rose
  • Perl Marie
  • Perl Jane
  • Perl Anne
  • Perl Louise
  • Perl Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Perl

Esther Goldie Rivka Ora Hana

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Perl more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Perl at #5576 in the United States.

What do Mia and Perl mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Perl means "pearl" (Latin via Yiddish origin).

Are Mia and Perl boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Perl is primarily a girl name.

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