How Popular (or Rare) was Mia in 1996?

🇬🇧 England & Wales • Girl

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#116
1996 Rank
397
1996 Births
#5
Best Rank (2019)
3,524
Peak Year (2012)
68,567
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 746
Rarity Factor (1996)

📊 The Mia Story

Mia is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #116 in 1996 with 397 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2012 with 3,524 births ranking #7. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 746 girls born was named Mia. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

📅 Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from England & Wales; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Italian, Scandinavian and international usage  |  Meaning: mine; beloved, or Mary-family meaning in some use

Mia is a compact international favourite with more than one attractive route behind it. It is often linked to Maria, though in Italian it also carries the simple meaning 'mine'.

The name rose dramatically in modern times because it is short, soft, and easy across languages. Its appeal is strengthened by its balance of sweetness and simplicity.

Did you know?Mia became one of the biggest modern short-name successes across many countries at once.
Similar namesMila, Maya, Lia, Nia, Mira

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