Cheynna

Cheynna is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variant spelling of Cheyenne, which derives from the Native American Sioux tribe name. The original meaning is uncertain but may refer to 'unintelligible speakers' or 'people of a different language.' This contemporary spelling with the double 'n' emerged in the late 20th century as parents sought to create distinctive variations of place names and cultural names. Cheynna maintains the evocative Western American associations of Cheyenne while offering a unique twist. The name peaked in usage during the 1990s when Native American-inspired names gained popularity, though this specific spelling has always remained relatively uncommon compared to the traditional Cheyenne.

Pronounced SHAY-nuh.