Mia Girl

Popularity: #6 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MEE-uh /miːə/

Origin: Italian; Latin; Hebrew

Meaning: Italian: 'mine'; Latin: 'beloved'; Hebrew: 'sea'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Mia has roots in several languages, deriving primarily from the Latin word "mea," meaning "mine." This Latin origin evolved through various linguistic forms, including the Italian and Spanish use of "mia" as a possessive adjective. The name entered the English language through the influence of these Romance languages, particularly during the Renaissance when classical texts and names were revived.

Additionally, Mia can be seen as a diminutive form of names like Maria, which has a rich etymological history tracing back to the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning "wished-for child" or "rebellious." Historically, the name Mia gained prominence in various cultures. In the Christian tradition, the name Maria is significant, associated with the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus, who is a central figure in Christianity.

The name has been borne by numerous saints and has appeared in various forms in biblical texts, influencing its adoption across different cultures and languages. The use of Maria in religious contexts, particularly in the Middle Ages, contributed to the name's widespread acceptance and adaptation into various diminutive forms, including Mia.

Culturally, the name Mia has resonated through literature and art, often symbolizing affection and endearment due to its meaning of possession and closeness. In the 20th century, Mia became associated with various notable figures in the arts, further embedding it into cultural consciousness.

The name's simplicity and melodic quality have contributed to its enduring appeal, making it a favored choice in many cultures. The diminutive form Mia, while often seen as a standalone name today, reflects a broader tradition of using short forms of longer names, which has been a common practice throughout history.

Famous people named Mia

In this section, you will find notable people named Mia. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Mia who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Mia who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

Mia Farrow is an actress and activist best known for Rosemary's Baby, The Great Gatsby, and Hannah and Her Sisters.

Mia Hamm is a former professional soccer player best known for winning two FIFA Women's World Cups and two Olympic gold medals.

Mia Wasikowska is an actress best known for Alice in Wonderland, Jane Eyre, and Stoker.

Mia Kirshner is an actress best known for her roles in The L Word, 24, and Not Another Teen Movie.

Mia Goth is an actress best known for her performances in Pearl, X, and A Cure for Wellness.

Fictional characters named Mia

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Mia Thermopolis is a fictional character from the book series and film The Princess Diaries. She is a teenager who discovers she is the heir to the throne of a small European principality.

Mia Wallace is a fictional character from the film Pulp Fiction. She is the wife of gangster Vincent Vega and plays a pivotal role in the film's intertwining stories.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Mia, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

LiaNiaTiaZiaMayaMila

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Mia. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

MayaMilaMinaMira

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mia was first seen in the United States in 1933.

Mia has ranked as high as #12 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois.

In the past 5 years the name Mia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Mia is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Mia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Mia.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 11,087 9 11,078
2024 12,169 20 12,149
2023 11,423 19 11,404
2022 11,086 9 11,077
2021 11,187 10 11,177
2020 11,279 10 11,269
2019 12,524 16 12,508
2018 12,755 13 12,742
2017 13,537 16 13,521
2016 14,479 15 14,464
2015 14,960 17 14,943
2014 13,547 13 13,534
2013 13,182 16 13,166
2012 12,049 10 12,039
2011 11,550 7 11,543
2010 10,661 11 10,650
2009 11,457 19 11,438
2008 10,183 10 10,173
2007 10,946 24 10,922
2006 12,045 18 12,027
2005 10,861 15 10,846
2004 7,416 17 7,399
2003 7,095 12 7,083
2002 6,269 10 6,259
2001 3,923 5 3,918
2000 3,456 5 3,451
1999 2,738 0 2,738
1998 2,567 0 2,567
1997 2,494 0 2,494
1996 1,690 0 1,690
1995 1,101 0 1,101
1994 861 0 861
1993 801 6 795
1992 822 0 822
1991 780 0 780
1990 782 0 782
1989 677 16 661
1988 620 0 620
1987 549 5 544
1986 491 0 491
1985 500 0 500
1984 452 0 452
1983 470 0 470
1982 547 0 547
1981 719 0 719
1980 688 5 683
1979 609 5 604
1978 531 8 523
1977 443 0 443
1976 354 0 354
1975 366 0 366
1974 388 0 388
1973 350 0 350
1972 414 0 414
1971 481 0 481
1970 488 0 488
1969 460 0 460
1968 681 0 681
1967 738 0 738
1966 721 0 721
1965 1,053 0 1,053
1964 297 0 297
1963 105 0 105
1962 85 0 85
1961 48 0 48
1960 52 0 52
1959 51 0 51
1958 33 0 33
1957 40 0 40
1956 39 0 39
1955 42 0 42
1954 46 0 46
1953 31 0 31
1952 30 0 30
1951 28 0 28
1950 20 0 20
1949 23 0 23
1948 18 0 18
1947 14 0 14
1946 13 0 13
1945 8 0 8
1944 9 0 9
1943 8 0 8
1942 7 0 7
1940 5 0 5
1933 6 0 6

Top States for Mia (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 1,986
16%
TX 1,689
14%
FL 1,058
9%
NY 836
7%
IL 477
4%
NJ 468
4%
PA 348
3%
NC 339
3%
GA 324
3%
AZ 268
2%
VA 256
2%
OH 250
2%
MA 246
2%
WA 232
2%
CO 223
2%
MI 221
2%
TN 203
2%
IN 194
2%
MD 192
2%
CT 167
1%
MO 153
1%
UT 152
1%
SC 130
1%
MN 127
1%
WI 122
1%
KY 120
1%
OK 120
1%
LA 114
1%
NV 112
1%
OR 102
1%
AL 92
1%
KS 84
1%
NM 81
1%
IA 80
1%
AR 73
1%
NE 57
0%
MS 56
0%
ID 52
0%
RI 44
0%
DE 34
0%
HI 33
0%
NH 32
0%
DC 26
0%
ME 26
0%
WV 23
0%
SD 21
0%
AK 19
0%
MT 18
0%
ND 15
0%
VT 10
0%
WY 8
0%