Cheyenne
Meaning of Cheyenne
The name Cheyenne is primarily used for females and has its origins in the French language, where it is pronounced as "shay-EN" (/ʃeɪ-ˈən/). In English, it is commonly pronounced as "shy-EN" (/ʃaɪ-ˈən/). The name Cheyenne is derived from the Native American Cheyenne tribe, which historically inhabited the Great Plains region of the United States. It symbolizes a deep connection to nature and indigenous heritage. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, peaking in usage around 1997 when it ranked 68th in the U.S. Over recent years, its popularity has seen a gradual decline, with 354 occurrences in 2023 ranking it at 790. Variations of this name include Shyanne. Despite its fluctuating popularity, Cheyenne remains a beautiful and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with cultural significance and historical roots.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as shay-EN (/ʃeɪ-ˈən/)
American English
- Pronunced as shy-EN (/ʃaɪ-ˈən/)
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Notable People Named Cheyenne
| Cheyenne Parker is an American professional basketball player for the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA. |
| Cheyenne Nicole Woods is an American professional golfer. |
| Cheyenne Nichole Kimball is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and mandolinist known for her debut album "The Day Has Come" and her time as a member of the country music band Gloriana. |
| Cheyenne Parker is an American television personality, model, and fashion designer known for his appearances on reality TV shows and for launching his own clothing brand and luxury concierge service. |
| Cheyenne Erin Knight is an accomplished American professional golfer, known for her successful collegiate career and her victory at the 2019 Volunteers of America Classic on the LPGA Tour. |
| Cheyenne Goh is a Singaporean short track speed skater. |
| Cheyenne McCray is a prolific American author known for her diverse range of romance novels, including paranormal romance, erotic romantic, romantic suspense, and urban fantasy, with several of her works being featured in best-selling anthologies and publications like "USA Today" and The New York Times. |
| Cheyenne Marie Mize is an American folk singer-songwriter hailing from Louisville, Kentucky. |
