Cheyanne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cheyanne is a name of Native American origin, meaning the people of the red earth. It evolved from the Sioux word 'šahíyena' and has been adapted into English as Cheyenne. The name reflects a cultural heritage and has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century. It is often associated with traits of uniqueness and a connection to nature, with no biblical relevance.
The name Cheyanne is most popular in Florida, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cheyanne has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cheyanne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9454th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4110th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 784th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 490th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1738th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cheyanne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cheyanne"
Pronunciation
/ʃeɪˈæn/
Origin
Native American
Etymology
The name Cheyanne is derived from the Sioux word 'šahíyena', which refers to the people of the Cheyenne tribe, originally meaning 'to speak'.
Meaning
The people of the red earth.
Language Evolution
Šahíyena (Sioux), Cheyenne (English adaptation)
Historical Usage
The name Cheyanne gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly among those with an interest in Native American culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Cheyenne, Shyanne, Shayanne
Modern Popularity & Image
Cheyanne is often viewed as a unique and culturally rich name, reflecting a connection to Native American heritage and nature.
Famous People
Cheyanne Taylor, a notable actress, Cheyanne Haines, a professional athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cheyanne"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cheyanne"
"Cheyanne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9454th of 12526 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4110th of 19264 | 234 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 784th of 27321 | 3,928 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 490th of 35406 | 9,725 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1738th of 30306 | 1,471 |
Regional Popularity of "Cheyanne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cheyanne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - |
61.62% 2492nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.05% 665th/3685 |
19.80% 886th/4475 |
16.92% 879th/5194 |
10.54% 666th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.08% 416th/4582 |
10.44% 539th/5164 |
6.37% 466th/7313 |
8.09% 604th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.67% 1660th/3984 |
49.19% 2207th/4487 |
22.00% 1501st/6822 |
32.63% 2048th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cheyanne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cheyanne" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.