Shepherd is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #404 in 2023 with 789 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 1,094 births ranking #311. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 11,171.4%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 2,165 boys born was named Shepherd. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.