Shilo Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHY-loh / ˈʃaɪloʊHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: His gift; English: Peaceful
Historical & Cultural Background
Shilo is derived from the Hebrew word 'shiloh', which appears in the Bible as a place name. In Hebrew culture, it is often associated with peace and tranquility. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, particularly as a feminine name. It is sometimes used in connection with the concept of a gift.
Trend Summary
Shilo has seen a modest rise in popularity as a girl's name in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Shyla
- Shiloah
International Variants
- Shiloh (English)
Famous people named Shilo
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shilo was first seen in the United States in 1970. Shilo has ranked as high as #1010 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in California, Utah, Texas, Washington, and Colorado. In the past 5 years the name Shilo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shilo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 38 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 35 |
| 1973 | 53 |
| 1974 | 69 |
| 1975 | 70 |
| 1976 | 61 |
| 1977 | 65 |
| 1978 | 89 |
| 1979 | 74 |
| 1980 | 71 |
| 1981 | 49 |
| 1982 | 46 |
| 1983 | 44 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 27 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 33 |
| 1993 | 34 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 26 |