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Cayenne
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- Name
- Cayenne
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Cayenne is a girl's name that has its origins in indigenous languages. Translated, the name means 'the hot pepper'.
What does the name Cayenne mean?
The name Cayenne is of female origin and comes from indigenous languages. Its direct translation is 'the hot pepper'. The roots of the name lie in the Tupi language, derived from the term quiínia, which means 'hot pepper' or 'hot chili'. Additionally, Cayenne is the name of the capital of French Guiana.
Where does the name Cayenne come from?
Cayenne is a female first name of Tupi origin, carrying the meaning 'the hot pepper'. The Tupi term quiínia refers to hot pepper or hot chili. The name is also used in the English language.
How do you pronounce Cayenne?
Cayenne is pronounced like 'Kah-jen'.
Popularity
In Germany, Cayenne is a relatively common first name. In 2017, it ranked 2,741st on the list of the most common female baby names. Its highest ranking was in 2008 at 933rd place. Over the last ten years, Cayenne has been given as a first name around 30 times, placing it 5,046th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,930th.
Nicknames & pet names
Cay / Caya / Caycay / Cayenni / Cey
Famous people
- Cayenne (song by "The Beatles")
Frequently asked questions about the name Cayenne
Where does the name Cayenne come from?
Cayenne has its origins in the Tupi language, spoken by indigenous peoples in South America.
What does the name Cayenne mean?
The name Cayenne means 'the hot pepper' and is derived from the Tupi word quiínia.
How popular is the name Cayenne?
Cayenne is a rather rare name, but it has gained popularity in recent years, especially in English-speaking countries.