James vs Shiloh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5
Total SSA Count
11,793
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jim, Jimmy, Jamie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Shiloh Rank #260

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #260 for Shiloh.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Shiloh ___

  • Shiloh Rose
  • Shiloh Grace
  • Shiloh Mae
  • Shiloh Jade
  • Shiloh River
  • Shiloh Fern

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Shiloh

Zion Harlow Maddox Zahara Pax

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Shiloh more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Shiloh at #260 in the United States.

What do James and Shiloh mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Shiloh means "peaceful, tranquil place" (Hebrew origin).

Are James and Shiloh boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Shiloh is primarily a girl name.

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