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Girl name

Mia

Mia is a girl’s name of Italian origin, meaning “mine; beloved.” It currently ranks #6 for US girls and is steady.

Meaning
Mine; beloved.
Origin
Italian
US rank
#8
Syllables
1
Letters
3
Starts with
M

Mia's popularity over time

→ Steady
#6 in 2023Peak rank #6US SSA · girls
#1#4#8201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Mia

What does the name Mia mean?

Mia means "Mine; beloved." and is of Italian origin.

Is Mia a boy or girl name?

Mia is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Mia?

Mia ranked #6 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #6).

How many syllables are in Mia?

Mia has 1 syllable and 3 letters.

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