Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈʃɛp.əɹd/(American English) /ˈʃɛp.əd/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Occupational name meaning "shepherd, sheep herder", from Old English sceaphyrde.

Related Names

VariantsShepard, Sheppard
Given Name DescendantShepherd(English)

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Entry updated December 1, 2024