Shianne
Shianne is a girl's name of Indigenous American origin.
Meaning
People of a foreign language.
Origin and history
Shianne is a modern phonetic spelling variant of Cheyenne, derived from the Dakota name for the Cheyenne nation. The name became popular in the United States during the late 20th century alongside other modern spelling variations. While its usage has declined since its peak, it remains an established alternative spelling.
Popularity in the United States
3,876 babies in the United States have been named Shianne since 1880. It ranks #2836 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2033.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12.7 %)
- OH (10 %)
- FL (9.7 %)
- MI (8.4 %)
- NY (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 71 |
| 1980-1990 | 226 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,628 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,483 |
| 2010-2019 | 400 |
| 2020-2029 | 68 |
Nicknames
Shy, Shie
Fun facts
- Shianne is a modern phonetic spelling of Cheyenne, an indigenous tribal name that evolved into a popular American given name.
- The spelling Shianne gained momentum in the United States during the 1990s as alternative spellings of Cheyenne surged in popularity.