Shiloh Unisex

Popularity: #267 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SHY-loh //ˈʃaɪloʊ//

Origin: Hebrew; English

Meaning: Hebrew: peace; English: tranquil

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Shiloh has its roots in ancient Hebrew, derived from the word שִׁילוֹ (Shiloh), which is often interpreted to mean 'peace' or 'tranquility.' The name appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Genesis, where it is associated with a place of significance in ancient Israel, serving as a religious center before the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem. The term is thought to have been adopted into Greek as Σιλώμ (Silom) and subsequently into Latin, which facilitated its entry into various European languages, including English.

Historically, Shiloh is mentioned in the context of the biblical narrative during the time of the Judges, around the 12th century BCE, as a site where the Ark of the Covenant was housed. This association with a sacred location contributed to the name's enduring significance in Jewish tradition.

Additionally, the name is linked to the prophecy in Genesis 49:10, which refers to a figure of peace, further solidifying its cultural resonance in religious texts. The name has been utilized in various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version, published in the early 17th century, which helped to popularize biblical names in English-speaking contexts.

Culturally, Shiloh has been embraced in various religious and literary traditions, symbolizing peace and divine promise. Its historical significance as a sacred site has led to its use in various artistic and literary works throughout the centuries.

The name has also been associated with themes of hope and restoration, resonating with those who seek a connection to its biblical roots. In some contexts, diminutive forms or variations may arise, but the name Shiloh itself remains a powerful symbol of tranquility and spiritual heritage.

Famous people named Shiloh

In this section, you will find notable people named Shiloh. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Shiloh who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Shiloh Jolie-Pitt is a public figure best known as the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt.

Fictional characters named Shiloh

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Shiloh is a fictional character from the novel Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor. She is a young boy who forms a deep bond with a mistreated dog named Shiloh, highlighting themes of compassion and responsibility.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Shiloh, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Shiloh was first seen in the United States in 1969.

Shiloh has ranked as high as #288 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Shiloh has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Shiloh is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Shiloh was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Shiloh.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 2,318 1,220 1,098
2024 2,261 1,039 1,222
2023 1,929 820 1,109
2022 1,568 630 938
2021 1,259 485 774
2020 1,127 444 683
2019 1,040 367 673
2018 902 344 558
2017 798 279 519
2016 758 260 498
2015 732 247 485
2014 678 196 482
2013 614 168 446
2012 620 170 450
2011 635 169 466
2010 637 157 480
2009 675 166 509
2008 637 163 474
2007 509 142 367
2006 286 103 183
2005 147 63 84
2004 171 68 103
2003 169 68 101
2002 154 65 89
2001 151 76 75
2000 171 74 97
1999 185 86 99
1998 178 75 103
1997 188 82 106
1996 157 60 97
1995 137 54 83
1994 168 70 98
1993 120 56 64
1992 123 54 69
1991 107 44 63
1990 107 37 70
1989 106 38 68
1988 89 33 56
1987 85 38 47
1986 63 26 37
1985 98 46 52
1984 100 38 62
1983 95 28 67
1982 120 42 78
1981 124 31 93
1980 146 56 90
1979 150 48 102
1978 192 62 130
1977 118 53 65
1976 137 52 85
1975 113 64 49
1974 88 34 54
1973 83 33 50
1972 67 27 40
1971 69 29 40
1970 60 28 32
1969 12 7 5

Top States for Shiloh (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 254
12%
CA 180
8%
FL 161
7%
GA 119
5%
NC 109
5%
NY 97
4%
OH 93
4%
TN 86
4%
PA 79
4%
VA 73
3%
WA 58
3%
MD 53
2%
MI 50
2%
AL 49
2%
IL 49
2%
NJ 47
2%
OK 46
2%
IN 41
2%
KY 41
2%
CO 40
2%
AZ 39
2%
LA 38
2%
MO 37
2%
SC 34
2%
AR 33
1%
WI 28
1%
KS 28
1%
MN 28
1%
MS 25
1%
OR 24
1%
MA 21
1%
CT 20
1%
HI 18
1%
UT 16
1%
IA 15
1%
ME 15
1%
NV 13
1%
ID 11
0%
WV 8
0%
NE 8
0%
ND 7
0%
DE 6
0%
AK 5
0%