Mia vs Teddy

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

Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Teddy Rank #898

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #898 for Teddy.

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

Teddy ___

  • Teddy James
  • Teddy William
  • Teddy George
  • Teddy Robert
  • Teddy Charles
  • Teddy John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Teddy

Bertie Archie Charlie Freddie Maisie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Teddy more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Teddy at #898 in the United States.

What do Mia and Teddy mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Mia and Teddy boy or girl names?

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

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