Mia vs Ulani

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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Ulani

Girl #2,552 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful, light-hearted"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,552
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lani, Ula

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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Ulani Rank #2,552

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2552 for Ulani.

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

Ulani ___

  • Ulani Kai
  • Ulani Leilani
  • Ulani Rose
  • Ulani Jade
  • Ulani Moana
  • Ulani Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Ulani

Kai Leilani Nalu Alana Koa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Ulani more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Ulani at #2552 in the United States.

What do Mia and Ulani mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Ulani means "cheerful, light-hearted" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Mia and Ulani boy or girl names?

Mia is primarily a girl name. Ulani is primarily a girl name.

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