Mia vs Tia

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
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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Tia Rank #1,738

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1738 for Tia.

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

Tia ___

  • Tia Rose
  • Tia Marie
  • Tia Grace
  • Tia Lynn
  • Tia Nicole
  • Tia Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Tia

Mia Sofia Leo Marco Lia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Tia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Tia at #1738 in the United States.

What do Mia and Tia mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Tia means "aunt" (Spanish origin).

Are Mia and Tia boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Tia is primarily a girl name.

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