Shylo

♂ Boy

Shylo Pronunciation

Shylo is pronounced SHY-loh /ˈʃaɪ.loʊ/Medium

Meaning: Y-spelling of Shiloh — Hebrew, 'tranquil, peaceful' or 'he to whom it belongs'; a biblical place; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Peaceful and modern: Shylo spells Shiloh — 'tranquil' or 'he to whom it belongs'. Soft, soulful, and distinctive.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningY-spelling of Shiloh — Hebrew, 'tranquil, peaceful' or 'he to whom it belongs'; a biblical place; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4396 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births24 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 196

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Shylo is a y-spelling of Shiloh — from Hebrew, 'tranquil, peaceful' or 'he to whom it belongs' (a biblical sanctuary town and a messianic title; routes layered, which we note). A soft, soulful name, used for both sexes, here for boys.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, tranquil at the (likely) root, and soulful.

Did you know? Shiloh was a sacred biblical town — its name glossed 'tranquil' or 'he to whom it belongs' (a messianic title); Shylo is a modern y-spelling.

Overall data confidence 60%

Behind the Name — Shiloh — routes layered

Variations

ShilohShiloShyloh

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Shilo— a fellow spelling

Zion— a companion biblical place-name

Jericho— another biblical place-name

Danilo— echoes that soft -lo sound

Shiloh— shares Shylo's Hebrew roots

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Shylo?

Shylo is pronounced SHY-loh (/ˈʃaɪ.loʊ/). Press play above to hear Shylo said aloud.

How do you say Shylo?

Shylo is said SHY-loh (/ˈʃaɪ.loʊ/). Press play above to hear Shylo said aloud.

What does the name Shylo mean?

Shylo spells Shiloh — 'tranquil' or 'he to whom it belongs'; the routes are layered.

Is Shylo a boy or girl name?

Shylo is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Shylo?

Shylo is a rare spelling in the U.S.