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The name Cherokee originates from the Iroquoian language family, meaning 'people of a different speech.' It evolved from the Creek word 'chirikawa' and has historical forms such as 'Chirikawa.' The Cherokee people are notable for their resilience and contributions to American history. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. The name gained prominence in the 18th century due to interactions with European settlers. Today, it represents a strong cultural identity, and notable figures include Sequoyah, who created the Cherokee syllabary, and Wilma Mankiller, the first female chief of the Cherokee Nation.

The name Cherokee is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cherokee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cherokee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8050th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4924th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6912th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7989th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6690th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5007th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2227th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2407th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5212th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cherokee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.