Shiloh
Shiloh: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʃaɪloʊ/
Meaning and origin of Shiloh
- A unisex given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Biblical Hebrew שִׁילֹה \ שִׁלֹה (shiló).
How popular is Shiloh?
Since 1880, 15,117 girls and 9,414 boys in the U.S. have been named Shiloh (62% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #260 in 2024. Its highest rank for boys was #278 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #281 for girls, with 2,318 babies given the name.
Names similar to Shiloh
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Sibling name ideas for Shiloh
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Shiloh FAQ
What does the name Shiloh mean?
A unisex given name from Hebrew. From Biblical Hebrew שִׁילֹה \ שִׁלֹה (shiló).
What is the origin of the name Shiloh?
Shiloh is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Shiloh?
Since 1880, 15,117 girls and 9,414 boys in the U.S. have been named Shiloh (62% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #260 in 2024. Its highest rank for boys was #278 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #281 for girls, with 2,318 babies given the name.
Is Shiloh a boy or girl name?
Shiloh is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (15,117 girls and 9,414 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.