Shephard
Boy nameShephard has been given to 84 babies in the U.S. since 1952. It peaked in 2025.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
84
Peak year
2025 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1952
10-year trend
▲ +167%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Shephard — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Shephard.
FAQ
How popular is the name Shephard?
Shephard has been given to 84 babies in the U.S. since 1952. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Shephard peak?
Shephard peaked in 2025, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Shephard a girl or boy name?
Shephard is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Shephard are boys).
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