How Many People Are Named Mia?

Complete statistics for the name Mia: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Mia
Very Rare
Scandinavian, Italian

Mia has been a classic yet modern name for decades. Over 296,000 people in the U.S. are named Mia, making her 1 in 1,114. She's a young name, with 93% under 30.

~994
Living in US
1 in 333,450
Americans
2015
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Beloved, or mine
🌐
Origin
Scandinavian, Italian
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Emerald
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Warm Playful Independent Expressive
5
Life Path Number

Life path number 5 is traditionally linked to freedom, curiosity, and a love of adventure. People associated with 5 are thought to be adaptable and energetic, always drawn to new experiences and ideas.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

345,142
Worldwide Bearers
#4,732
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
296,319
🇳🇱 Netherlands
4,138
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
3,558
🇩🇪 Germany
3,434
🇮🇳 India
2,826
🇴🇲 Oman
2,813
🇸🇮 Slovenia
2,352
🇵🇰 Pakistan
2,202
🇨🇦 Canada
2,196
🇦🇺 Australia
2,072

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
374 (0%)
♀ Female
295,945 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
277,741
Would be under 30 (93%)
19,572
Would be 30–60 (7%)
2,111
Would be over 60 (1%)

All 299,424 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2015

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
100
Classic Feel
24
Modern Appeal
96
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Mia Through the Generations

Mia's journey through American naming trends is fascinating. With over 299,424 births since the name's inception, it's still remarkably uncommon, with only 296,319 people currently living as Mia. This gap highlights the name's enduring appeal but also its relative rarity. The peak year for Mia was 2015, when 14,956 babies were born with the name, showing a clear spike in popularity. Interestingly, the majority of Mias are under 30, accounting for 93% of the total, which aligns with the name's modern, contemporary feel. Despite the slow rise in popularity, the name remains a staple in the top 10 for 23 years, indicating its timeless appeal. The age distribution also tells a story, with a significant portion of Mias being young adults, suggesting a vibrant, active community around the name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 55,075
Texas 38,780
New York 20,781
Florida 20,428
Illinois 13,827
New Jersey 10,425
Pennsylvania 10,377
Arizona 8,725
Ohio 7,764
North Carolina 6,665

⭐ Famous People Named Mia

Mia is a feminine given name in popular use worldwide. It originated as a diminutive of Maria and other names such as Amelia and Emilia, and was rarely used as an independent given name prior to the 20th century.…

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📄 About the Name Mia

How Many People Have the Name Mia?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 994 people in the United States currently share the name Mia. That works out to roughly 1 in every 333,450 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Mia a Common or Rare Name?

Mia is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Mia Mean?

Mia means "beloved, or mine" and comes from Scandinavian, Italian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Mia in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Mia Most Popular?

The name Mia reached peak popularity in 2015, with 14,956 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Mia?

Approximately 994 people named Mia live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 994. That works out to roughly 1 in 333,450 Americans.

Is Mia a rare name?

Mia is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 333,450 Americans has this name.

What does the name Mia mean?

Mia means "beloved, or mine" and comes from Scandinavian, Italian origins.

Is Mia more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Mia are male and 100% are female.

When was Mia most popular?

Mia peaked in 2015 with 14,956 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US994
All-Time Births994
1 in X1 in 333,450
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age15
Peak Year2015
World Rank#4,732
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.