Mia vs Tova

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
Tova Rank #2,661

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2661 for Tova.

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

Tova ___

  • Tova Ruth
  • Tova Miriam
  • Tova Leah
  • Tova Sarah
  • Tova Grace
  • Tova Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Tova

Shira Noa Ora Ilan Yael

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Tova more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Tova at #2661 in the United States.

What do Mia and Tova mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Tova means "good, goodness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mia and Tova boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Tova is primarily a girl name.

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