Rohan vs Shepard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rohan

Boy #842 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sandalwood tree"

Origin: Sanskrit

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Boy #942 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"shepherd, one who tends sheep"

Origin: Old English

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Rohan Rank #842

Shepard Rank #942

Rohan is more popular, ranked #842 vs #942 for Shepard.

Is Rohan or Shepard more popular?

Rohan is more popular, ranked #842 compared to Shepard at #942 in the United States.

What do Rohan and Shepard mean?

Rohan means "sandalwood tree" (Sanskrit origin). Shepard means "shepherd, one who tends sheep" (Old English origin).

Are Rohan and Shepard boy or girl names?

Rohan is primarily a boy name. Shepard is primarily a boy name.