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Shiloh

Girl / Boy name · 27 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Shiloh: 27 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 5 births in 2011.

Rooted in Hebrew, Shiloh appears in the Bible as a place name meaning “place of peace” or, in some interpretations, “he whose it is,” carrying a messianic overtone. The name gained modern prominence through Shiloh Jolie-Pitt, the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, whose birth in 2006 sparked a wave of international interest. Actor Shiloh Fernandez further kept the name in the public eye. The original Shiloh was an ancient Canaanite city and sanctuary, while in the United States, Shiloh, Tennessee, is forever linked to a pivotal Civil War battle. Though not traditional in Scotland, Shiloh appeals to parents looking for a serene, unisex name with deep spiritual resonance and a contemporary celebrity touch.