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Cheyenne

Girl

Native American (Algonquian) origin Β· /shy-AN/ Β· nature

Meaning: Unintelligible speakers.

Popularity 75/1002 syllables↓ 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.

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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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