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Samson vs Shiloh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Samson

Boy #523 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sun, like the sun"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Christian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#523
Total SSA Count
582
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Samson Rank #523
Shiloh Rank #337

Shiloh is more popular, ranked #337 vs #523 for Samson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samson or Shiloh more popular?

Shiloh is more popular, ranked #337 compared to Samson at #523 in the United States.

What do Samson and Shiloh mean?

Samson means "sun, like the sun" (Hebrew origin). Shiloh means "place of peace, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Samson and Shiloh boy or girl names?

Samson is primarily a boy name. Shiloh is primarily a boy name.

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