n.

Shepherd

Masculine #606 in 2024
Total births
6,392
Peak year
2024
Rank 2024
#606
Years on record
88
Births per year, 1886–2024 · peak 1,104 in 2024
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About the name Shepherd

Shepherd ranked #606 among U.S. baby names in 2024. Since 1886, 6,392 babies have been named Shepherd, peaking in 2024 with 1,104 births. The 2020s were its biggest decade, with 3,538 births. Shepherd is on the rise, up about 135% over the past five years. It is predominantly a boys' name.

How popular is the name Shepherd?
Shepherd ranked #606 among U.S. baby names in 2024, with 6,392 babies given the name since 1886.
When did the name Shepherd peak?
Shepherd peaked in 2024, when 1,104 babies were given the name.
Is Shepherd a girl's or boy's name?
Shepherd is predominantly given to boys in the United States.

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