Mia vs Philip

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
Philip Rank #522

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #522 for Philip.

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

Philip ___

  • Philip James
  • Philip Henry
  • Philip William
  • Philip Edward
  • Philip Alexander
  • Philip Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Philip

Edward Henry Catherine Alexandra George

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Philip more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Philip at #522 in the United States.

What do Mia and Philip mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Philip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Mia and Philip boy or girl names?

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

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