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Mia
/ MEE-ah /
feminineMeaning
Mine; bitter
Origin
Italian / Scandinavian / Latin
Mia originated as a short form of Maria (the Latin form of Mary). In Italian, 'mia' means 'mine'. It became a standalone name in the mid-20th century and quickly rose to international fame.
Personality Distribution
MBTI Profile
Approximate distribution among people named Mia.
NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ENTJ
8.23%
ISTP
8.02%
ESTP
8%
ENTP
7.09%
ESTJ
7.08%
INFP
7.08%
ENFJ
7.04%
INFJ
6.88%
ENFP
6.67%
ESFP
6.43%
ISFP
5.93%
INTP
5.61%
ESFJ
4.63%
ISFJ
4.37%
INTJ
4.23%
ISTJ
2.71%
Cultural Context
Cultural Notes
Mia is short, punchy, and modern. It has a multicultural appeal, feeling at home in many different languages. It is often perceived as energetic, friendly, and stylish.
Notable People
Famous Bearers
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Mia Farrow
American actress and activist (b. 1945)
M
Mia Hamm
American professional soccer player and Olympic medalist (b. 1972)
M
Mia Goth
English actress and model (b. 1993)