Find out how popular the first name Cheylyn has been for the last 1 years (from 2011 to 2011) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Cheylyn by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Cheylyn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2011, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Cheylyn.

The history of the first name Cheylyn

The name Cheylyn is a modern English spelling variation of the name Cheyenne, which originates from the Cheyenne Native American tribe. The Cheyenne people are a Native American tribe that historically inhabited areas of the Great Plains, including present-day Montana, Colorado, Wyoming, and Oklahoma.

The word "Cheyenne" is derived from the Sioux word "Sha-hi'ye-na," which means "people of a different speech" or "alien people." This name was given to the Cheyenne tribe by their Sioux neighbors, as the two tribes spoke different languages and had distinct cultural traditions.

While the name Cheylyn is a relatively recent spelling variation, the name Cheyenne has been recorded throughout history. One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Cheyenne was Black Kettle, a prominent Cheyenne peace chief who lived in the mid-19th century (circa 1818-1868). He was known for his efforts to maintain peace between his tribe and the United States government during a time of conflict and expansion into Native American territories.

Another historically significant individual with the name Cheyenne was Cheyenne Autumn, a famous Native American activist and actress (1925-1996). She was best known for her role in the 1964 film "Cheyenne Autumn," which depicted the forced relocation of the Cheyenne tribe from their ancestral lands in the late 19th century.

In literature, the name Cheyenne appears in the novel "Cheyenne Raiders" by Robert J. Conley, published in 1989. This historical fiction novel follows the adventures of a young Cheyenne warrior during the turbulent period of westward expansion and conflict with settlers in the American West.

Outside of Native American culture, the name Cheyenne has been used sparingly throughout history. Cheyenne Brando (born 1970) is an American model and actress, best known for her work in the 1990s and her familial connection to the legendary actor Marlon Brando.

Cheyenne Kimball (born 1990) is an American singer and songwriter who rose to prominence as a contestant on the reality television show "America's Got Talent" in 2010.

While the name Cheylyn is a more modern spelling variation, it carries the rich cultural and historical significance of the Cheyenne tribe and their enduring legacy in Native American history and literature.

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