Sheppard - Last Names

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Sheppard

/ˈʃɛpərd/

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Moderate

Meaning

Shepherd or one who tends sheep

Represents guidance, care, and responsibility for others, symbolizing leadership and protection.

Symbolism

Embodies stewardship, vigilance, and nurturing—qualities associated with shepherds as caretakers of flocks. Often linked to spiritual or moral leadership.

Etymology: Derived from the Middle English 'scheperde', combining 'sheep' and 'herd', used as an occupational name for a shepherd. The variant spelling 'Sheppard' emerged later, influenced by the archaic doubling of consonants for emphasis or distinction.

Style & Origin

traditional

timeless

english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Sheppard is an occupational surname historically denoting a shepherd, reflecting

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