Find out how popular the first name Keyonnie has been for the last 10 years (from 2001 to 2010) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Keyonnie by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Keyonnie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2010, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Keyonnie.

The history of the first name Keyonnie

The name Keyonnie has its roots in the Shawnee Native American tribe, originating in the Ohio River Valley region during the 17th century. It is derived from the Shawnee word "kionee," which means "wanderer" or "traveler." This reflects the nomadic lifestyle of the Shawnee people, who moved frequently to follow game and establish new settlements.

The earliest recorded usage of the name Keyonnie can be traced back to the late 1600s, when it was given to a Shawnee child born in a village located near modern-day Cincinnati, Ohio. Historical records from French missionaries and traders in the region mention encountering individuals with this name among the Shawnee tribe.

One of the most notable historical figures with the name Keyonnie was a Shawnee warrior and chief who led his people in resistance against American colonial expansion during the late 18th century. Keyonnie, born around 1745, was instrumental in forming alliances with other Native American tribes and fought alongside the British during the American Revolutionary War.

In the early 19th century, a Shawnee man named Keyonnie was a respected leader and diplomat who negotiated treaties and land agreements with the United States government. He advocated for peaceful coexistence and the preservation of Shawnee culture and traditions.

Another historical figure with the name Keyonnie was a Shawnee artist and craftsman who lived in the mid-19th century. His intricate beadwork and woven baskets were highly prized and can be found in museum collections across the United States.

During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the name Keyonnie was adopted by some non-Native American families, particularly in the American Midwest and Southwest, as a way to honor the region's Native American heritage and history.

One notable individual with the name Keyonnie was a Shawnee medicine woman and healer who lived in the late 19th century. She was renowned for her vast knowledge of traditional herbal remedies and played a vital role in preserving Shawnee medicinal practices.

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