Duncan vs Shepard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish British American

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Boy #942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"shepherd, one who tends sheep"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Duncan Rank #1,104

Shepard Rank #942

Shepard is more popular, ranked #942 vs #1104 for Duncan.

Is Duncan or Shepard more popular?

Shepard is more popular, ranked #942 compared to Duncan at #1104 in the United States.

What do Duncan and Shepard mean?

Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Shepard means "shepherd, one who tends sheep" (Old English origin).

Are Duncan and Shepard boy or girl names?

Duncan is primarily a boy name. Shepard is primarily a boy name.