Cheyne
Cheyne: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈt͡ʃeɪn/ · /ˈʃeɪn/
Meaning and origin of Cheyne
Root meaning: “oak”
- A male given name of rare usage.
Etymology
Of Anglo-Norman origin, ultimately from Old French chesne (“oak”).
How popular is Cheyne?
Since 1880, 115 girls and 910 boys in the U.S. have been named Cheyne (11% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5984 in 1980. Its highest rank for boys was #1080 in 1980. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Cheyne FAQ
What does the name Cheyne mean?
Cheyne traces back to a root meaning "oak". A male given name of rare usage. Of Anglo-Norman origin, ultimately from Old French chesne (“oak”).
How popular is the name Cheyne?
Since 1880, 115 girls and 910 boys in the U.S. have been named Cheyne (11% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5984 in 1980. Its highest rank for boys was #1080 in 1980. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Cheyne a boy or girl name?
Cheyne is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (115 girls and 910 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.