| Meaning | sheep herder |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Shepherd |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Shep-herd |
The name Shepherd has a profound history and meaning that draws inspiration from its Old English origins. Derived from "sceaphierde," meaning "sheep herder" or "one who tends to sheep," Shepherd reflects the qualities of leadership, care, and protection.
Choosing the name Shepherd for your baby boy signifies a connection to nature and an appreciation for those who nurture and guide. This timeless name carries a sense of responsibility and reliability, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that reflects strong values.
Shepherd is a name that resonates across various cultures and societies. Its variations, such as Shepard, Shephard, Sheppard, and Shepperd, offer subtle alternatives while maintaining the name's core essence.
The name Shepherd may also be accompanied by endearing nicknames like Shep, Sheppy, or Herd, which add a touch of familiarity and affection.
With its rich symbolism and associations, the name Shepherd has left its mark on both famous and fictional characters. From Shepherd Book in the TV series "Firefly" to Shepherd Moons, the iconic album by Enya, this name has found its way into our collective consciousness.
Choose the name Shepherd for your baby boy, and you bestow upon him a name that embodies strength, guidance, and the timeless bond between humans and nature.
| Shep |
| Herd |
| Shep |
| Herdy |
| Shepherd Smith | American television news anchor |
| Shepherd Moons | Irish musician and singer-songwriter |
| Shepherd Neame | English brewer and pub operator |
| Shepherd Magorimbo | Zimbabwean footballer |
| Shepherd Dube | Zimbabwean cricketer |
| Shepherd Chinyenze | Zimbabwean sculptor |
| Shepherd Hendrikus Mook | Dutch politician |
| Shepherd Peltier | Canadian artist and activist |
| Shepherd Bushiri | Malawian preacher and author |
| Shepherd Mead | American author and advertising executive |
| Shepherd Kole | South African rugby union player |
| Shepherd Fairy | American contemporary street artist |
| Shepherd and Wedderburn | Scottish law firm |
| Shepherd Clark | American baseball player |
| Shepherd Mguni | Zimbabwean politician |
| Shepherd Dela | Ghanaian footballer |
| Shepherd Lariba | Ghanaian table tennis player |
| Shepherd Murdoch | Australian cricketer |
| Shepherd Book | "Firefly" |
| Shepherd Derrial | "Serenity" - companion film to "Firefly" |
| Shepherd Woolley | "Downton Abbey" |
| Shepherd Baines | "The Politician's Husband" |
| Shepherd Lambrick | "Would You Rather" |
| Shepherd Dathan | "The Ten Commandments" |
| Shepherd Peters | "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Shepherd Frankel | "Road to Perdition" |
| Shepherd Mulwray | "Chinatown" |
| Shepherd Solomon | "Now You See Me" |
| Shepherd Abbasi | "Changing Lanes" |
| Shepherd Moons | Enya's album title |
| Shepherd Mead | Author of "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" |
| Shepherd Purcell | "The Magician's Elephant" |
| Shepherd Bookbinder | "Our Lady of the Flowers" |
| Shepherd Mallory | "Five Go Mad in Dorset" |
| Shepherd Howell | "Simpatico" |
| Shepherd Sopp | "The Understudy" |
| Shepherd Ladson Gibbs | "The Conjure-Man Dies" |
| Shepherd Montrose | "The Conjure-Man Dies" |