Harper vs Shilo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harper

Boy #1,789 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"harp player, one who plays the harp"

Origin: Old English hearpere

English American Australian Scottish

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Boy #1,670 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peaceful, tranquil"

Origin: Hebrew

English-speaking Hebrew African American American

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Harper Rank #1,789

Shilo Rank #1,670

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 vs #1789 for Harper.

Is Harper or Shilo more popular?

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 compared to Harper at #1789 in the United States.

What do Harper and Shilo mean?

Harper means "harp player, one who plays the harp" (Old English hearpere origin). Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harper and Shilo boy or girl names?

Harper is primarily a boy name. Shilo is primarily a boy name.