Shepherd
English · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Shepherd
The name Shepherd derives from the Old English words "sceap" (sheep) and "hierde" (herder), literally meaning one who tends sheep, and was originally used as an occupational surname before becoming a given name.
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Etymology
The name Shepherd derives from the Old English words "sceap" (sheep) and "hierde" (herder), literally meaning one who tends sheep, and was originally used as an occupational surname before becoming a given name. It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly among Christian communities, with historical roots in medieval and early modern Britain where pastoral occupations were common.
Shepherd currently ranks #246 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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