Unclear; often a diminutive of Cheyenne meaning 'red speakers'
Chey is most commonly used as a short form of the Native American name Cheyenne, which refers to the Algonquian-speaking people of the Great Plains. In this context, it is derived from the Dakota word 'shaiyena'. It is occasionally used as a standalone name or a nickname for names like Cheryl or Cheyenne.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Chey in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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