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Cheney

CHAY-nee

Cheney (name) means an English surname, also the name of several small towns and communities in the United States. Example: “The Cheney family has lived in that county for generations.”

name

An English surname, also the name of several small towns and communities in the United States.

"The Cheney family has lived in that county for generations."

Word forms

Cheneys plural

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Etymology

A variant of the surname Chesney.

Rhymes for Cheney

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Cheney” mean?

The word “Cheney” means an English surname, also the name of several small towns and communities in the United States.

How do you pronounce “Cheney”?

“Cheney” is pronounced CHAY-nee (/ˈtʃeɪni/ in IPA).

How do you use “Cheney” in a sentence?

Here is “Cheney” used in a sentence: “The Cheney family has lived in that county for generations.”

What part of speech is “Cheney”?

“Cheney” is a name.

Is “Cheney” a common word?

“Cheney” is an uncommon word in modern English.