Cheyenne
Cheyenne is derived from the Dakota Sioux word 'Shahiyena' meaning 'people of a different language,' referring to the Cheyenne Nation, a Native American tribe of the Great Plains. The name carries a strong connection to Native American heritage and the American West.
Current Popularity
#867 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Multiple spelling variations exist (Cheyanne, Shyenne, Shyann)
- •Pronunciation is straightforward (shy-ANN)
- •Strong association with Native American culture and Western heritage
- •Popular in the 1990s-2000s, giving it a contemporary feel
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Cheyenne Jackson
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Cheyenne Woods
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Cheyenne Brando
Daughter of Marlon Brando
Statistics
70,439
Total births since 1880
1996
Peak year
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