Shepard Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Shepard Name at a Glance

Name	Shepard
Meaning	Shepherd.
Origin	Anglo-Saxon
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Shepard Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Shepard means “Shepherd”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Shepard Name Origin

Our database records Shepard under Anglo-Saxon origin. Browse more Anglo-Saxon baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Shepard a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Shepard is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Shepard

When considering Shepard for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.