Mia vs Royce

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

Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#463
Total SSA Count
669
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Roy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Royce Rank #463

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #463 for Royce.

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

Royce ___

  • Royce James
  • Royce William
  • Royce Alexander
  • Royce Edward
  • Royce Michael
  • Royce Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Royce

Reed Brooks Greyson Audrey Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Royce more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Mia and Royce mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are Mia and Royce boy or girl names?

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

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