Shepherd vs Graham

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Shepherd Rank #311
Graham Rank #129

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 vs #311 for Shepherd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shepherd or Graham more popular?

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 compared to Shepherd at #311 in the United States.

What do Shepherd and Graham mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Shepherd and Graham boy or girl names?

Shepherd is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.

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