Shiloh
Shiloh is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Tranquil, peaceful, or place of rest.
Origin and history
Shiloh is a biblical place name of Hebrew origin, traditionally translated as tranquil, peaceful, or a gift from God. Historically utilized as both a given name and a place name in the United States, it gained significant modern usage for girls following the mid-2000s. Its steady rise makes it a popular, soft-sounding choice in contemporary American naming culture.
Popularity in the United States
15,117 babies in the United States have been named Shiloh since 1880. It ranks #1269 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #324.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12.7 %)
- TX (12 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- NY (4.9 %)
- GA (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 647 |
| 1980-1990 | 650 |
| 1990-2000 | 852 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,082 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,057 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,824 |
Famous people named Shiloh
- Shiloh Jolie-Pitt: Media Personality
- Shiloh Fernandez: Actor
Fun facts
- Shiloh was an ancient city in Ephraim where the Tabernacle was kept before the Temple was built in Jerusalem.
- It was the site of the Battle of Shiloh during the American Civil War, named after a local church.
- The name experienced a substantial increase in public attention and usage in the mid-2000s.