Shepard
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Sheep herder, shepherd
Origin: English
Popularity: Ranked #892 in 2025 with 268 babies born.
History: Shepard surged in the 2020s as a surname-name. Alan Shepard was the first American in space — and later hit a golf ball on the Moon. Shepard Fairey created the iconic Obama HOPE poster. Shepard means American firsts — in space and in art.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Shepard? About 1 in 12,420 babies born in 2025 were named Shepard, or roughly 0.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Shepard
What does the name Shepard mean?
Shepard means “Sheep herder, shepherd” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Shepard?
Shepard has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Sheep herder, shepherd”.
How popular is Shepard?
Shepard ranked #891 in 2025 — given to 268 babies that year.
When was Shepard most popular?
Shepard peaked in 2025 with 268 babies registered that year.
Is Shepard a boy or girl name?
Shepard is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Shepards in registered births are male.
Is the name Shepard rising or falling in popularity?
Shepard has risen 29 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #920 in 2020 to #891 in 2025.
How long has Shepard been recorded?
Shepard appears in birth records across 96 years — from 1912 through 2025.