Shepard Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHEP-erd / /ˈʃɛp.ərd/English; Old English
Meaning
English: shepherd; Old English: one who herds sheep
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shepard has roots in Old English, derived from the word 'sceaphierde.' It has historically been used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. The name reflects a pastoral lifestyle, common in medieval England, where shepherds played a crucial role in agriculture.
Trend Summary
The name Shepard has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sheppard
- Shepherd
International Variants
- Sheppard (English)
- Shepherd (English)
Famous people named Shepard
Shepard Fairey is an American street artist known for his iconic 'Hope' poster of Barack Obama.
Shepard Smith is a prominent American television news anchor and journalist.
Shepard S. M. Smith is a notable American physicist recognized for his work in quantum mechanics.
Shepard N. Smith is a distinguished American author known for his contributions to science fiction literature.
Fictional characters named Shepard
Shepard is the main protagonist in the 'Mass Effect' video game series, known for their role as a commander in a space-faring military.
Shepard is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for being a friend of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shepard was first seen in the United States in 1912. Shepard has ranked as high as #1140 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Shepard has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shepard (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 35 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| VA | 12 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| AL | 11 | |
| MS | 11 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| SC | 9 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| LA | 8 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 14 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 60 |
| 2009 | 67 |
| 2010 | 64 |
| 2011 | 57 |
| 2012 | 65 |
| 2013 | 59 |
| 2014 | 80 |
| 2015 | 116 |
| 2016 | 190 |
| 2017 | 228 |
| 2018 | 215 |
| 2019 | 202 |
| 2020 | 243 |
| 2021 | 233 |
| 2022 | 253 |
| 2023 | 237 |
| 2024 | 244 |