Sheppard
Sheppard: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Sheppard
Root meaning: “shepherd”
- A male given name.
Etymology
From Middle English, from schepherde (“shepherd”).
How popular is Sheppard?
Since 1880, 716 boys in the U.S. have been named Sheppard. Its highest rank for boys was #1041 in 1880. In 2025, 40 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sheppard FAQ
What does the name Sheppard mean?
Sheppard traces back to a root meaning "shepherd". A male given name. From Middle English, from schepherde (“shepherd”).
What is the origin of the name Sheppard?
Sheppard is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Sheppard?
Since 1880, 716 boys in the U.S. have been named Sheppard. Its highest rank for boys was #1041 in 1880. In 2025, 40 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sheppard a boy or girl name?
Sheppard is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 716 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.