Shepherd is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #311 in 2024 with 1,094 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 1,094 births ranking #311. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 15,528.6%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 1,568 boys born was named Shepherd. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.