Cheyenne

Name:

Cheyenne
Pronounced: shy-EN
Variations: Shyanne, Cheyanne, Shyann

Origin:

Native American

Meaning:

Cheyenne is derived from the name of a Native American tribe called the Cheyenne. The name is believed to come from the Dakota Sioux word "šahíyena," meaning "red talkers" or "speakers of a different language."

Popularity:

Cheyenne gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. It became associated with a sense of strength, resilience, and connection to Native American culture.

Did you know?

Cheyenne Mountain is a prominent mountain in Colorado, USA. It is known for being the location of the Cheyenne Mountain Complex, a military installation and underground command center of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). Cheyenne Frontier Days is an annual rodeo and western celebration held in Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA. It is one of the largest outdoor rodeo events in the world, featuring rodeo competitions, parades, concerts, and other festivities.

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