Shepard is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #892 in 2025 with 268 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 268 births ranking #892. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 4,366.7%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 6,373 boys born was named Shepard. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.