Down vs Shilo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Down

Girl #63,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fort on the hill"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Northern Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#63,580
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Down Rank #63,580
Shilo Rank #1,670

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 vs #63580 for Down.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Down or Shilo more popular?

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 compared to Down at #63580 in the United States.

What do Down and Shilo mean?

Down means "fort on the hill" (Irish Gaelic origin). Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Down and Shilo boy or girl names?

Down is primarily a girl name. Shilo is primarily a boy name.

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