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Cheyenne
GirlNative American (Algonquian) origin Β· /shy-AN/ Β· nature
Meaning: Unintelligible speakers.
Popularity 75/1002 syllablesβ Falling
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Today, Cheyenne is a popular, familiar name (popularity 75/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
The name Cheyenne originates from the Dakota word 'Ε ahΓyena,' meaning 'unintelligible speakers' or 'people of a different language,' referring to the Algonquian-speaking Cheyenne tribe. The Cheyenne are a Native American people of the Great Plains, and their name reflects their distinct linguistic identity among neighboring tribes. The name gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
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