Mia vs Serena

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

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Serena

Girl #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"tranquil, serene, clear"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#332
Total SSA Count
938
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Seri, Rena, Ser

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Serena Rank #332

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #332 for Serena.

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

Serena ___

  • Serena Rose
  • Serena Grace
  • Serena Joy
  • Serena Marie
  • Serena Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Serena

Venus Valentina Sebastian Julian Elena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Serena more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Serena at #332 in the United States.

What do Mia and Serena mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Serena means "tranquil, serene, clear" (Latin origin).

Are Mia and Serena boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Serena is primarily a girl name.

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