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Craig vs Shilo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Craig

Boy #1,840 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rocky cliff, crag"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (creag)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh British American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,840
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Shilo

Boy #1,670 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful, tranquil"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English-speaking Hebrew African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,670
Total SSA Count
101
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Craig Rank #1,840
Shilo Rank #1,670

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 vs #1840 for Craig.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Craig or Shilo more popular?

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Craig and Shilo mean?

Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin). Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Craig and Shilo boy or girl names?

Craig is primarily a boy name. Shilo is primarily a boy name.

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