Kalvin vs Shilo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kalvin

Boy #1,785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bald, little bald one"

Origin: Latin calvus via French Cauvin

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,785
Total SSA Count
92
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Kalvin Rank #1,785
Shilo Rank #1,670

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 vs #1785 for Kalvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kalvin or Shilo more popular?

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 compared to Kalvin at #1785 in the United States.

What do Kalvin and Shilo mean?

Kalvin means "bald, little bald one" (Latin calvus via French Cauvin origin). Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kalvin and Shilo boy or girl names?

Kalvin is primarily a boy name. Shilo is primarily a boy name.

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