Lester vs Shilo

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
Nicknames
Shi, Lo

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lester Rank #1,578
Shilo Rank #1,670

Lester is more popular, ranked #1578 vs #1670 for Shilo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lester ___

  • Lester Wayne
  • Lester Dale
  • Lester James
  • Lester Ray
  • Lester Glenn
  • Lester Harold

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 Lester

Chester Clifford Mildred Harold Edna

If you choose Shilo

Sage River Wren Milo Indigo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lester or Shilo more popular?

Lester is more popular, ranked #1578 compared to Shilo at #1670 in the United States.

What do Lester and Shilo mean?

Lester means "Roman fort on the River Leir" (Old English origin). Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lester and Shilo boy or girl names?

Lester is primarily a boy name. Shilo is primarily a boy name.

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