About Cheyney
The surname Cheyney is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "chein" meaning "dog." It was originally a nickname given to someone who resembled or had characteristics associated with a dog, such as loyalty or watchfulness. Over time, the surname Cheyney became a hereditary surname passed down through generations, and it is still found today.
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The surname Cheyney is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cheyney based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Cheyney is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Cheyney in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cheyney using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.