Orson vs Shilo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Orson

Boy #1,501 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little bear, bear cub"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,501
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ors

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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

Orson Rank #1,501
Shilo Rank #1,670

Orson is more popular, ranked #1501 vs #1670 for Shilo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Orson ___

  • Orson James
  • Orson William
  • Orson Henry
  • Orson Gray
  • Orson Clark
  • Orson Felix

Shilo ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Shilo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orson or Shilo more popular?

Orson is more popular, ranked #1501 compared to Shilo at #1670 in the United States.

What do Orson and Shilo mean?

Orson means "little bear, bear cub" (Old French origin). Shilo means "peaceful, tranquil" (Hebrew origin).

Are Orson and Shilo boy or girl names?

Orson is primarily a boy name. Shilo is primarily a boy name.

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