Edward vs Shepherd

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #311 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Edward Rank #228

Shepherd Rank #311

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #311 for Shepherd.

Is Edward or Shepherd more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Shepherd at #311 in the United States.

What do Edward and Shepherd mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Edward and Shepherd boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Shepherd is primarily a boy name.