Cheyenne is a distinctive choice, ranked #2419 in 1998. Your child is likely to be the only Cheyenne in their class.
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UK Rank 1998
#2419
US Rank #867
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About the Name Cheyenne
Cheyenne has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 906 places in five years. It was most popular in 2000 at #342 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.
Cheyenne is fairly common in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Cheyenne in their class.
In the US it ranks even higher at #867, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Cheyenne
Unlikely. With around 4 UK babies named Cheyenne per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Cheyenne in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Cheyenne is declining: down 2,024 places since 2020, to #4,867 in 2025. It peaked at #342 in 2000.
Cheyenne is more popular in the US (#867) than in the UK (#4057). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.
Cheyenne ranks #867 in the US top 1,000 (2024). It's recognised in America but considerably more popular in the UK.
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UK babies named Cheyenne (1998)
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Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
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In a school of 600
↓ 906 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Cheyenne
Almost certainly the only Cheyenne in the class
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UK Popularity (1996–1998)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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