Amelia vs Shilo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amelia

Girl #3 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"work, industriousness"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3
Total SSA Count
12,740
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Amy, Millie, Mel

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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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
Nicknames
Shi, Lo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Shilo Rank #1,670

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #1670 for Shilo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Shilo ___

  • Shilo James
  • Shilo Lee
  • Shilo Forest
  • Shilo River
  • Shilo Ezra
  • Shilo Cade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Shilo

Sage River Wren Milo Indigo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Shilo more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Shilo at #1670 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Shilo mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amelia and Shilo boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Shilo is primarily a boy name.

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