Monday 18 October 2010

The thing about...Mia


Ranked number ten in 2009 Mia, as a full name is generally considered to be of Latin,  Scandinavian and Israeli descent. With it being a shortening of Maria in Scandinavia and Michal in Israel. However some state it to be of Italian origin.
Therefore, it meaning is often left to interpretation, and varies greatly between different books and websites. If you look at it's Scandinavian origin then it means 'Sea of Bitterness', perhaps not the most lovely of meanings, however Maria means 'wished for child' and in Italian it simply means 'my', two much more pleasant meanings.
Today, as well as a full name Mia is also used as a nickname for many longer names, with Amelia being the most popular - think Amelia Mignonette Grimaldi Thermopolis Renaldo, of the 'Princess Diaries' books and movie - who chose to go by Mia. 


Possible alternate spellings - Not many for Mia, however Mere is a very unusual alternative and is pronounced the same way, with Mere being (in British English) a lake that is broad in relation to it's depth.


The Verdict - A delightful, simple name which like Kate, may always sound like a nickname to some. 


What are your thoughts? Do you know any girls, old or young with this name?

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