Mia vs Tatum

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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Tatum

Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#195
Total SSA Count
1,833
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Tatum Rank #195

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #195 for Tatum.

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

Tatum ___

  • Tatum James
  • Tatum Michael
  • Tatum Alexander
  • Tatum Lee
  • Tatum Blake
  • Tatum River

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Tatum

Hudson Easton Colton Avery Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Tatum more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Mia and Tatum mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Mia and Tatum boy or girl names?

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

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