"his gift"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Chiloh
Ancient peace, modern grace
Hebrew
American
Christian
Biblical
Peaceful
Soft
Modern
Meaning & Origin
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The Story of Chiloh
Chiloh is a gentle variant spelling of Shiloh, a name steeped in Hebrew biblical tradition. The name Shiloh appears in the Old Testament as an ancient city in the hill country of Ephraim, described as a place of rest and assembly where the Ark of the Covenant was kept for generations. Its meaning is debated among scholars, with interpretations including peaceful, his gift, and place of rest. The name appears in Genesis 49:10 in a messianic prophecy, giving it profound spiritual resonance in Jewish and Christian tradition.
The Shiloh spelling soared after Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt named their daughter Shiloh Nouvel in 2006, catapulting it into mainstream consciousness. Chiloh represents a less-common variant that preserves the sound while offering a distinctive spelling.
Shiloh holds multiple layers of meaning in American culture: it is a sacred biblical site, the location of one of the Civil War's battles, and a modern nature-country name embraced across faith backgrounds.
Fun Facts
- Shiloh was the religious capital of ancient Israel before Jerusalem, housing the Ark of the Covenant for approximately 300 years
- Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt named their daughter Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt in 2006, dramatically boosting the name's popularity
- The Battle of Shiloh in 1862 was one of the Civil War's bloodiest early battles
Chiloh in Other Languages
Arabic
شيلو
French
Chiloh
Hebrew
שילה
Spanish
Chiloh
Popularity Over Time
#10,898
Current Rank
Rising
Trend
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Chiloh
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Shiloh Jolie-Pitt
Other
2006
Daughter of actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, whose name helped launch the Shiloh trend
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #10,898
- Total SSA Count
- 8
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Chi
Lo
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, Hebrew heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Sibling Names
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Also a Girl Name
Chiloh is also used as a girl name, ranked #17559.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chiloh
What does the name Chiloh mean?
"his gift" (from Hebrew). Chiloh is a gentle variant spelling of Shiloh, a name steeped in Hebrew biblical tradition. The name Shiloh appears in the Old Testament as an ancient city in the hill country of Ephraim, described as a place of rest and assembly where the Ark of the Covenant was kept for generations. Its meaning is debated among scholars, with interpretations including peaceful, his gift, and place of rest. The name appears in Genesis 49:10 in a messianic prophecy, giving it profound spiritual resonance in Jewish and Christian tradition.
What is the origin of the name Chiloh?
Chiloh has Hebrew, American, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "his gift".
Is Chiloh a boy or girl name?
Chiloh is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #10898. As a girl name, it is ranked #17559. Chiloh is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Chiloh?
Chiloh is currently ranked #10898 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Chiloh?
Common nicknames for Chiloh include Chi and Lo.
What are good middle names for Chiloh?
Popular middle name pairings include Chiloh James, Chiloh River, Chiloh Cole, Chiloh August, and Chiloh Grey.
What are good sibling names for Chiloh?
Names that pair well with Chiloh as siblings include Zion, Eden, River, Sage, and Elijah.
How many syllables does Chiloh have?
Chiloh has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Chiloh a common or rare name?
Chiloh is an uncommon name, ranked #10898 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Chiloh
Chiloh is a boy name with Hebrew, American, and Christian origins . The name means "his gift" in Hebrew .
Is Chiloh a boy or girl name? Chiloh is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #10,898 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #17,559. Chiloh is more commonly used as a boy name.
Chiloh is currently ranked #10,898 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Chiloh has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Chiloh include Chi and Lo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Chiloh include Child . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.