Quick answerMia is a female given name of Scandinavian origin. Short form of Maria, and the Italian and Spanish word for 'mine'. In the United States, it ranked number 5 for baby girls in 2024, according to the Social Security Administration. It is given to girls in the United States.
Key facts
| Meaning | Short form of Maria, and the Italian and Spanish word for 'mine'. |
|---|---|
| Origin | Scandinavian |
| Gender | Female (girls) |
| Popularity (US) | #5 for baby girls in 2024 (U.S. Social Security Administration) |
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- U.S. Social Security Administration — most popular baby names for 2024
- Behind the Name — meaning and origin
Popularity ranks are U.S. Social Security Administration figures for 2024; meanings and origins follow Behind the Name. See the names index for the full source notes.