Shiloh vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shiloh

Girl #260 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful, tranquil place"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#260
Total SSA Count
1,216
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Shi, Shy

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Shiloh Rank #260
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #260 for Shiloh.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Shiloh ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Shiloh

Zion Harlow Maddox Zahara Pax

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shiloh or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Shiloh at #260 in the United States.

What do Shiloh and Theodore mean?

Shiloh means "peaceful, tranquil place" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Shiloh and Theodore boy or girl names?

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

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