Cheyenne
girl name#920 in 2025Cheyenne entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #68 in 1996, ranks #920 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1946–2025
#920
rank today
#68
peak (1996)
285
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3606 |
| 1950s | #3391 |
| 1960s | #4960 |
| 1970s | #1492 |
| 1980s | #779 |
| 1990s | #129 |
| 2000s | #146 |
| 2010s | #366 |
| 2020s | #750 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cheyenne has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida.
Living bearers
About 70,000 people named Cheyenne are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cheyenne alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cheyenne in 2025?
- Cheyenne ranks #920 among US girl names in 2025, with 285 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cheyenne most popular?
- Cheyenne peaked in 1996, reaching #68 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cheyenne with classmates?
- Cheyenne will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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