Shiloh is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #962 in 2012 with 30 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 67 births ranking #567. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 233.3%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 11,614 boys born was named Shiloh. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Shiloh comes from a biblical place name that Behind the Name says may mean "tranquil" in Hebrew. The source also notes that parts of the traditional interpretation are debated, so the calm-related meaning is best given with care.
The name has a biblical foundation but became much more visible in modern popular culture after Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt used it for their daughter. That combination of scripture and celebrity helped make it feel fresh again.