Cheney
boy nameCheney entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #3521 in 1970, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#3521
peak (1970)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4566 |
| 1980s | #5825 |
| 1990s | #7032 |
| 2000s | #9182 |
| 2010s | #11682 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Cheney are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cheney alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cheney in 2025?
- Cheney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cheney most popular?
- Cheney peaked in 1970, reaching #3521 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cheney with classmates?
- Cheney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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