Origins of the Shepherd surname

What does the name Shepherd mean?

The origin of the Shepherd surname is English. It is a relatively humble name with roots in the occupation of the same name. It would have been given to those who watched and looked after sheep and their descendants. Perhaps unsurprisingly, it is more prevalent in parts of the country that relied more heavily on the wool industry such as Yorkshire and Lancashire.

Alternative variations of the name Shepherd

Shepherd, Sheppard, Sheepherd, Shephard, Shephert