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Shilo vs Mayer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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Mayer

Boy #1,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"overseer, tenant farmer"

Origin: German (Middle High German)

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,834
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shilo Rank #1,670
Mayer Rank #1,834

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 vs #1834 for Mayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shilo or Mayer more popular?

Shilo is more popular, ranked #1670 compared to Mayer at #1834 in the United States.

What do Shilo and Mayer mean?

Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin). Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin).

Are Shilo and Mayer boy or girl names?

Shilo is primarily a boy name. Mayer is primarily a boy name.

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