How popular is the name Mia?

Originally a spunky nickname for the Biblical name Maria, Mia didn't emerge as a name in its own right in the United States until the 1960s. In the 1990s and 2000s, Mia surpassed Maria in popularity, and since then Mia 's been unstoppable. It has consistently ranked in the top ten baby names in the U.S. since 2009.
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Is Mia a rare name?

According to Social Security Administration data, Mia has been consistently popular, remaining in the top ten since 2009, and top 50 since 2002.
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Why is the name Mia so popular?

Mia's success is largely attributable to Mia Farrow--born Maria. Her name entered the Top 1000 for the first time in 1964, the very year that Farrow gained wide attention for her role on the nighttime soap Peyton Place.
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What is Mia short for?

abbreviation for missing in action: used for saying that someone or something has disappeared and you do not know where they are: Adam just went MIA on Nina and stopped answering her calls.
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What race is the name Mia?

Mia has roots in Latin languages like Spanish and Italian, as well as Hebrew. It's also common in Scandinavian countries as an abbreviation of Maria. A popular Israeli name, Mia is often an abbreviation of Michal. Gender: Mia is historically the feminine form of the name.
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Is Mia a Mexican name?

Mia name meaning and origin

Mia has roots in Latin languages, like Spanish and Italian, where it means "mine." Mia is pronounced "mee-ah" and is most commonly spelled Mia, though Mya and Miah are spelling variations.
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What is the prettiest Italian girl name?

Beautiful Italian Girl Names
  • Evelina. ...
  • Gabriella. ...
  • Leontina. ...
  • Livia. ...
  • Serafina. ...
  • Serena. ...
  • Stefania. ...
  • Valentina.
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What is a pretty name for a girl?

Top 1,000 Baby Girl Names of 2021
  • Olivia.
  • Emma.
  • Charlotte.
  • Amelia.
  • Ava.
  • Sophia.
  • Isabella.
  • Mia.
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What is a good middle name for Mia?

Middle name ideas for a girl named Mia
  • Mia Alexandra.
  • Mia Annabelle.
  • Mia Anne.
  • Mia Belle.
  • Mia Beth.
  • Mia Bethany.
  • Mia Bridget.
  • Mia Carson.
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What is Mia in slang?

"Missing In Action" is the most common definition for MIA especially on gaming forums, as well as on Snapchat, WhatsApp, and Facebook.
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What is the long version of the name Mia?

Mia is the nickname for Amelia & Maria, perhaps you could make it into a double barrell first name like Mia~Rose?
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What is a unique female name?

Check out this curated list of unique names for girls to find the best moniker for your little one.
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Pretty and Unique Baby Girl Names
  • Annalise. ...
  • Brigitta. ...
  • Charmaine. ...
  • Constance. ...
  • Geneviève. ...
  • Larisa. ...
  • Lorelei. ...
  • Lucinda.
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What is Mia in Japanese name?

Miya is a girl's name of Japanese origin with several meanings, including “temple,” “shrine,” “relax,” and “beautiful.” This well-rounded name is unique in the US but popular in many other cultures. It can be spelled as Mia, Myah, and Miah.
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What aesthetic is the name Mia?

The baby name Mia fits with a minimalist aesthetic.
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How many girls named Mia?

1 out of every 160 baby girls and 1 out of every 186,065 baby boys born in 2021 are named Mia.
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What is the luckiest girl name?

The Most Popular Lucky Baby Names for Girls
  • Iris - meaning 'rainbow', symbolising luck.
  • Evangeline - 'Bearer of good news' in Greek.
  • Beatrice - Latin meaning of 'she who brings happiness; blessed'
  • Jadie - stone transmitting wisdom and clarity.
  • Kiara - 'bright/light' in Italian.
  • Felicity - 'luck/good fortune' in Latin.
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What is the most Mexican girl name?

Most common Mexican girls' names
  • Sofía.
  • Regina.
  • Valentina.
  • Victoria.
  • Isabella.
  • Camila.
  • Mariana.
  • Romina.
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Is luxury a girl name?

The name Luxury is both a boy's name and a girl's name meaning "extravagance, opulence".
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What is the most southern girl name?

Classic Southern Baby Girl Names
  • Prudence.
  • Rita.
  • Sally.
  • Savannah.
  • Shirley.
  • Susannah.
  • Tammy.
  • Tanya.
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Is Mia a biblical name?

More info about the name "Mia"

Mia is a diminutive of different names, including Amelia, Emilia, Amalia, but most likely Maria. It has been the most popular over the last 20 years and is used in many languages. Maria is a name used in the New Testament, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Miryam.
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Who is the most famous Mia?

Notable individuals
  • Mia Tyler (born 1978), American actress.
  • Mia Wray (born 1995), Australian pop singer-songwriter.
  • Mia Wasikowska (born 1989), Australian actress.
  • Mia Zapata (1965–1993), American musician.
  • Mia Zutter (born 1999), American Paralympic athlete who competes in Nordic skiing.
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How popular is the name Mia for a girl?

Popularity of the name Mia

The name Mia is ranked #4 overall. It is very popular with parents-to-be and is often chosen as a baby name.
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