Shiloh is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #781 in 2020 with 40 recorded births. This places Shiloh in the top 13% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 67 births ranking #567. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 344.4%. In 2020, approximately 1 in every 7,225 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.