"His gift; place of peace; tranquil (Biblical place name)"
Origin: Hebrew
Shilo
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A distinctive 2-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
"A Messianic title; place where the Ark of the Covenant rested"
Origin: Biblical
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- Strongly associated with Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitts daughter, which may feel very celebrity-linked
- American Civil War battle association may be an unexpected connotation
Historical Record
Shilo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 1,822 babies have been named Shilo in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shilo is past its peak , currently ranked #5,118 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#5,118
Current Rank
Peaked 1978
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Shilo
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Shiloh Jolie-Pitt
Daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, who has publicly expressed a non-binary gender identity
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Shiloh (film)
1996 film based on the Newbery Medal-winning novel about a boy who rescues a beagle named Shiloh
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,118
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- English Hebrew American
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Shi
Shy
Shie
Shikins
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shilo
What does the name Shilo mean?
"His gift; place of peace; tranquil (Biblical place name)" (from Hebrew). "A Messianic title; place where the Ark of the Covenant rested" (from Biblical)
What is the origin of the name Shilo?
Shilo has Hebrew, Biblical, English, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "His gift; place of peace; tranquil (Biblical place name)". In Biblical, it means "A Messianic title; place where the Ark of the Covenant rested".
Is Shilo a boy or girl name?
Shilo is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #5118. As a boy name, it is ranked #1670. Shilo is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Shilo?
Shilo is currently ranked #5118 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shilo?
Common nicknames for Shilo include Shi, Shy, Shie, and Shikins.
What are good middle names for Shilo?
Popular middle name pairings include Shilo Rose, Shilo Grace, Shilo Mae, Shilo Faith, and Shilo Dawn.
What are good sibling names for Shilo?
Names that pair well with Shilo as siblings include Zion, Eden, Salem, River, Sage, and Willow.
How many syllables does Shilo have?
Shilo has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Shilo a common or rare name?
Shilo is an uncommon name, ranked #5118 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Shilo?
Are there other spellings for Shilo?
Related spellings include Shiloh.
About the Name Shilo
Shilo is a girl name with English, Hebrew, and American origins . The name means "His gift; place of peace; tranquil (Biblical place name)" in Hebrew .
Is Shilo a boy or girl name? Shilo is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #5,118 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,670. Shilo is more commonly used as a boy name.
Shilo is currently ranked #5,118 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Shilo has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Shilo include Shi, Shy, Shie, and Shikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shilo include Shiloh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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