Sheppard name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: English
Usage: English
Pronunciation: sh(e)-ppa-rd
Meaning: Shepherd
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Sheppard meaning and origin

What does Sheppard mean?

Persistent and Widely Accepted Sheppard is used notably in English is a baby boy name, Sheppard means "Shepherd" is rooted from English. Sheppard is a variation of cherished and perennial Shepherd. Cherished and Perennial Shepherd majorly is used in English, meaning of Shepherd is "Sheep Herder and Shepherd".

How do I pronounce Sheppard?

sh(e)-ppa-rd is the most common way to pronounce three syllabled Sheppard.

Variants of Sheppard

Shepherd, Shephard

How popular is the name Sheppard?

Sheppard is an uncommon baby name in United States, although it has been in use since 1880 but could not make beyond the top 1000. Over 484 babies in United States have been named Sheppard.

At least, 500 people globally have been given the name as per our research.

YearRankBirths
2023316638
2022359131
2021387427
2020425823
2019341533
2018408425
2017474120
2016432123
2015599314
2014755110
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Here's what numbers has to say about Sheppard

You sometimes feel you are trapped in a cage that is also created by yourself. You are dedicated to your career more than you are dedicated to your personal life. You think you have all the answers to your questions until someone surprises you and proves you are wrong. You have to pay attention to your surroundings and the people you hang out with. Passion doesn't last much but respect and care do.

Other names similar to Sheppard, for soon-to-be-parents

  •  Northclyff - Boy name Northclyff is originated from English and is used mainly in English language, meaning of Northclyff is "From the Northern Cliff"
  •  Mylo - Odd unisex name Mylo is originated from Latin, meaning of Mylo is "Merciful" is especially used in English
  •  Chauncey - Acclaimed and Conifer Chauncey came from Old French, meaning of Chauncey is "Chancellor or Good Fortune" and is used dominantly in English is a gender-neutral name
  •  Averill means Born in April, The Elements Eofor Meaning Boar or Boar-Like In Battle is majorly used in English and is bestowed upon both genders has origin in Old English
  •  Derreck - Unorthodox Derreck is originated from Gothic is used in English given to baby boys, Derreck means "The People's Ruler or Leader"

Famous people named Sheppard

  • Sheppard Frere, British historian and archaeologist

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
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