Mia vs Ren

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ren

Boy #1,147 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lotus, water lily"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Chinese Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,147
Total SSA Count
183
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Ren Rank #1,147

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1147 for Ren.

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

Ren ___

  • Ren Kai
  • Ren James
  • Ren Soren
  • Ren Elliot
  • Ren Arlo
  • Ren Oscar

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Ren

Kai Sora Yuki Hana Mio

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Ren more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Ren at #1147 in the United States.

What do Mia and Ren mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Ren means "lotus, water lily" (Japanese origin).

Are Mia and Ren boy or girl names?

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

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