Sheyenne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sheyenne has American origins linked to the Sheyenne River in North Dakota. Its meaning relates to the concept of sitting or settling down. The name has evolved from earlier forms like Shayenne and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is perceived as a modern and unique name with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Sheyenne is most popular in North Dakota, 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, Sheyenne has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sheyenne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3526th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2837th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14688th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sheyenne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sheyenne"
Pronunciation
/ʃeɪˈɛn/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Sheyenne is believed to be derived from the name of the Sheyenne River in North Dakota, which itself is named after the Sioux word for 'to take a seat' or 'to sit down.'
Meaning
unsettled, to sit down
Language Evolution
Shayenne, Sheyenne, Sheyenne River
Historical Usage
The name Sheyenne gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a unique and modern name choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Shay, Shayenne, Shianne
Modern Popularity & Image
Sheyenne is viewed as a contemporary and exotic name, often associated with nature due to its connection to the river. It appeals to parents looking for unique names.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sheyenne"
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 "Sheyenne"
"Sheyenne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3526th of 27321 | 452 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2837th of 35406 | 911 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14688th of 30306 | 57 |
Regional Popularity of "Sheyenne" 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 "Sheyenne" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
79.76% 2939th/3685 |
79.42% 3554th/4475 |
53.23% 2765th/5194 |
55.50% 3506th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
62.00% 2841st/4582 |
68.63% 3544th/5164 |
50.58% 3699th/7313 |
53.89% 4022nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sheyenne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sheyenne" 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.