Mia vs Welles

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Welles

Boy #3,522 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the spring or well"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,522
Total SSA Count
32
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Wells

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Mia Rank #5
Welles Rank #3,522

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3522 for Welles.

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

Welles ___

  • Welles James
  • Welles Henry
  • Welles Thomas
  • Welles Edward
  • Welles Arthur
  • Welles George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

If you choose Welles

Arden Monroe Cary Marlowe Bette

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mia or Welles more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Welles at #3522 in the United States.

What do Mia and Welles mean?

Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin). Welles means "from the spring or well" (Old English origin).

Are Mia and Welles boy or girl names?

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

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