Miller vs Shepherd

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miller

Boy #439 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who mills grain"

Origin: Old English (mylenweard)

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#439
Total SSA Count
721
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Miller Rank #439
Shepherd Rank #311

Shepherd is more popular, ranked #311 vs #439 for Miller.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Miller or Shepherd more popular?

Shepherd is more popular, ranked #311 compared to Miller at #439 in the United States.

What do Miller and Shepherd mean?

Miller means "one who mills grain" (Old English (mylenweard) origin).

Are Miller and Shepherd boy or girl names?

Miller is primarily a boy name. Shepherd is primarily a boy name.

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