Shepherd
boy name#246 in 2025Shepherd entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #246 in 2025, ranks #246 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1886–2025
#246
rank today
#246
peak (2025)
1,408
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #936 |
| 1910s | #2788 |
| 1920s | #2809 |
| 1930s | #3277 |
| 1940s | #3083 |
| 1950s | #3091 |
| 1960s | #3291 |
| 1970s | #4343 |
| 1980s | #5309 |
| 1990s | #6716 |
| 2000s | #4926 |
| 2010s | #1151 |
| 2020s | #429 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Shepherd has been most popular in TX, TN, NC.
Living bearers
About 7,500 people named Shepherd are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shepherd is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shepherd in 2025?
- Shepherd ranks #246 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,408 babies given the name.
- When was the name Shepherd most popular?
- Shepherd peaked in 2025, reaching #246 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shepherd with classmates?
- Shepherd will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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