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Edson vs Shilo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edson

Boy #1,835 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English (patronymic)

Cultural Roots

English Brazilian Portuguese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,835
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
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

Edson Rank #1,835
Shilo Rank #1,670

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 vs #1835 for Edson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Shilo more popular?

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 compared to Edson at #1835 in the United States.

What do Edson and Shilo mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edson and Shilo boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Shilo is primarily a boy name.

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