Miia
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Miia is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A diminutive of Maria, a Hebrew name meaning 'bitter,' 'beloved,' or 'rebellious.' It is also a popular Finnish diminutive of Maria.”. It currently ranks #10775 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2010.
What Miia Means
“A diminutive of Maria, a Hebrew name meaning 'bitter,' 'beloved,' or 'rebellious.' It is also a popular Finnish diminutive of Maria.”
The Story of Miia
Sometimes, a name feels like a gentle sigh, a sound that is both familiar and intimately comforting.
Miia, often a sweet diminutive of Maria, traces its lineage back to Hebrew roots meaning 'bitter,' 'beloved,' or 'rebellious.' It also finds favor as a cherished Finnish variation.
This name resonates with a gentle grace for your daughter. You imagine Miia as a child with a quiet charm, someone whose presence is both sweet and enduring, a comforting constant in your life.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#18 in 2010
Total Births
230
First Recorded
2005
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