Cheyne
boy nameCheyne entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1079 in 1980, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#1079
peak (1980)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4646 |
| 1980s | #1614 |
| 1990s | #2853 |
| 2000s | #6153 |
| 2010s | #11631 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Cheyne are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cheyne alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cheyne in 2025?
- Cheyne is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cheyne most popular?
- Cheyne peaked in 1980, reaching #1079 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cheyne with classmates?
- Cheyne will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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