"peaceful, tranquil"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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"gift from God, he who is sent"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Shylo
Shylo is a phonetic respelling of Shiloh, a Hebrew biblical place name and personal name meaning peaceful or tranquil. Shiloh was an important ancient Israelite city where the Ark of the Covenant was kept before Jerusalem became the capital. The word also appears in Genesis with a messianic meaning, interpreted by some as gift from God or he who is sent. The -ylo spelling modernizes the name while preserving its sound.
Shiloh surged in popularity after Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie named their daughter Shiloh Nouvel in 2006. The name has since become gender-neutral in American culture. The Shylo spelling is a less common variant that emphasizes a visual softness.
Shiloh holds deep significance in both Jewish and Christian traditions as the location of the Tabernacle for generations. The Civil War Battle of Shiloh (1862) also made the name part of American historical memory.
Historical Record
Shylo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 196 babies have been named Shylo in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shylo is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,384 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt, born 2006, brought the name Shiloh to mainstream attention in the US
- The Battle of Shiloh (April 1862) was one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War, fought near the Shiloh church in Tennessee
Shylo in Other Languages
French
Shilo
Hebrew
שִׁילֹה
Spanish
Shilo
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Famous People Named Shylo
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Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt
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Daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, who brought the name Shiloh to global attention
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,384
- Total SSA Count
- 24
- Cultural Origins
- American Christian Western
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
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- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shylo
What does the name Shylo mean?
"peaceful, tranquil" (from Hebrew). "gift from God, he who is sent" (from Hebrew). Shylo is a phonetic respelling of Shiloh, a Hebrew biblical place name and personal name meaning peaceful or tranquil. Shiloh was an important ancient Israelite city where the Ark of the Covenant was kept before Jerusalem became the capital. The word also appears in Genesis with a messianic meaning, interpreted by some as gift from God or he who is sent. The -ylo spelling modernizes the name while preserving its sound.
What is the origin of the name Shylo?
Shylo has Hebrew, American, Christian, and Western origins. In Hebrew, it means "peaceful, tranquil". In Hebrew, it means "gift from God, he who is sent".
Is Shylo a boy or girl name?
Shylo is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4384. As a girl name, it is ranked #7722. Shylo is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Shylo?
Shylo is currently ranked #4384 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shylo?
Common nicknames for Shylo include Shy.
What are good middle names for Shylo?
Popular middle name pairings include Shylo James, Shylo Bear, Shylo Blue, Shylo River, Shylo West, Shylo Cole, and Shylo Ray.
What are good sibling names for Shylo?
Names that pair well with Shylo as siblings include Remi, Oakley, Wren, Zion, Bodhi, Lennox, and Sparrow.
How many syllables does Shylo have?
Shylo has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Shylo a common or rare name?
Shylo is an uncommon name, ranked #4384 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Shylo?
Related spellings include Shyloh.
About the Name Shylo
Shylo is a boy name with American, Christian, and Western origins . The name means "peaceful, tranquil" in Hebrew .
Is Shylo a boy or girl name? Shylo is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,384 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,722. Shylo is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shylo is currently ranked #4,384 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Shylo has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Shylo include Shy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shylo include Shyloh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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