US Popularity Rank: 11

Origin: Australian

Meaning: Moon; Month; Beloved; Star of the sea

Mia is a girl's of Australian origin that stems from the Noongar language of the Aboriginal people. Coming from the phrases meeuk or meeuk mia, it translates to "moon" which can inspire baby to stay grounded and stay connected to world! Mia may also come from the phrase mia-mia, a temporary shelter made from materials of the earth, like branches and leaves. If you want to connect baby to nature and their cultural roots, Mia can make for a powerful choice. This moniker also thought to be a variation of the traditional Latin name Maria, meaning "star of the sea." Mia, a tiny name with international appeal, shares Scandinavian and Spanish roots, meaning "mine" with the alternative and uplifting meaning of someone "beloved." Similar-sounding names that you may also like include Maya, Moa, Mariah, and Margot.