Palmer vs Shepard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

English 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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Palmer Rank #1,079

Shepard Rank #942

Shepard is more popular, ranked #942 vs #1079 for Palmer.

Is Palmer or Shepard more popular?

Shepard is more popular, ranked #942 compared to Palmer at #1079 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Shepard mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Shepard means "shepherd, one who tends sheep" (Old English origin).

Are Palmer and Shepard boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Shepard is primarily a boy name.