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Shepard vs Rohan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rohan

Boy #842 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sandalwood tree"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Irish English South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#842
Total SSA Count
291
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shepard Rank #942
Rohan Rank #842

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shepard or Rohan more popular?

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

What do Shepard and Rohan mean?

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

Are Shepard and Rohan boy or girl names?

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

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