Mia vs Perseus

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
Perseus Rank #1,293

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1293 for Perseus.

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

Perseus ___

  • Perseus James
  • Perseus Alexander
  • Perseus Gray
  • Perseus John
  • Perseus Leon
  • Perseus August

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Perseus

Achilles Theseus Andromeda Athena Orion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Perseus more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Perseus at #1293 in the United States.

What do Mia and Perseus mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Perseus means "ravager, one who destroys" (Greek origin).

Are Mia and Perseus boy or girl names?

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

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