Shiloh vs Zander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zander

Boy #379 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#379
Total SSA Count
864
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Zan, Xan

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Shiloh Rank #260
Zander Rank #379

Shiloh is more popular, ranked #260 vs #379 for Zander.

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

Zander ___

  • Zander James
  • Zander Cole
  • Zander Lee
  • Zander Michael
  • Zander Chase
  • Zander Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Shiloh

Zion Harlow Maddox Zahara Pax

If you choose Zander

Axel Ryder Knox Sienna Zoey

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shiloh or Zander more popular?

Shiloh is more popular, ranked #260 compared to Zander at #379 in the United States.

What do Shiloh and Zander mean?

Shiloh means "peaceful, tranquil place" (Hebrew origin). Zander means "defender of men" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Shiloh and Zander boy or girl names?

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

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