Shep

Shep is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Shep isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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New York City Dog Name Database

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Shep is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Shep was, in the past month, the 465th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Shep is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Shep was viewed 62 times, and liked 0 times.

The map below shows Shep's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Shep is most adored in New Jersey, Utah and Texas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in South Carolina, Indiana and Delaware.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Shep.

Most popular breeds named Shep:

1. German Shepherd
2. Australian Shepherd
3. Border Collie
4. Labrador Retriever
5. Shetland Sheepdog

• A german shepherd named Shep played a role in the movie My Dog Shep.
• A rough collie named Shep played a role in the movie The Painted Hills.
• A rough collie named Shep featured in the television show Horseland.

Shep is found in these categories:

old-fashioned

Popularized in early 20th century, evoking images of classic sheepdog herders.

british

Common nickname for shepherd dogs, often used in rural areas.