Mia vs Susan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Susan

Girl #1,137 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,137
Total SSA Count
213
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sue, Susie, Suze

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Susan Rank #1,137

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1137 for Susan.

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

Susan ___

  • Susan Marie
  • Susan Elizabeth
  • Susan Claire
  • Susan Ann
  • Susan Louise
  • Susan Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Susan

Barbara Linda Patricia Michael David

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Susan more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Susan at #1137 in the United States.

What do Mia and Susan mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Susan means "lily" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mia and Susan boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Susan is primarily a girl name.

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