Cheyena

Sioux

"people of a different language"

Cheyena Origin and Meaning

The name Cheyena is a girl's name.

Cheyena is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Cheyenne, which derives from the Native American Sioux tribe name. The traditional spelling honors the Cheyenne people, whose name in their Algonquian language (Tsisinstsistots) means 'red speakers' or 'people of a different speech.' This alternative spelling gives the name a unique touch while maintaining its cultural roots. Cheyena has a melodic quality with its flowing vowels and soft consonants. While less common than the traditional Cheyenne spelling, Cheyena offers parents a way to reference Native American heritage with a slightly distinctive flair. The name evokes images of natural beauty, strength, and the expansive American plains where the Cheyenne people historically lived.