Mia vs Rafi

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
Rafi Rank #3,192

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3192 for Rafi.

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

Rafi ___

  • Rafi James
  • Rafi Daniel
  • Rafi Alexander
  • Rafi Emmanuel
  • Rafi Joseph

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Rafi

Mia Eli Yael Leila Noa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Rafi more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Rafi at #3192 in the United States.

What do Mia and Rafi mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Rafi means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mia and Rafi boy or girl names?

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

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