Cherokee Unicode Block

The Unicode block "Cherokee" is dedicated to the characters used in the written representation of the Cherokee language, a member of the Iroquoian language family primarily spoken by the Cherokee people in the United States. Introduced to Unicode in version 3.0, released in September 1999, this block covers the range from U+13A0 to U+13FF and comprises 96 characters. Each character within this block corresponds to a unique syllable in the Cherokee syllabary, a writing system originally conceived and developed in the early 19th century by the Cherokee polymath Sequoyah. His innovative work enabled the Cherokee community to achieve high levels of literacy within a short period, affirming the syllabary’s importance as both a cultural and educational tool.

The design of the Cherokee Unicode block was undertaken with precision to ensure that it accurately reflected the traditional script while facilitating modern digital communication. Given the historical and cultural significance of the Cherokee syllabary, inclusion in Unicode allows for greater accessibility and preservation of the Cherokee language in the digital age. It empowers the Cherokee-speaking community to produce digital content, communicate online, and create educational materials aligned with modern technology. The Unicode standardization supports not only cultural preservation but also contributes to the ongoing revitalization efforts of the Cherokee language, ensuring that it continues to thrive among future generations.

View a range of fonts that support the Cherokee block.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Cherokee unicode block. Currently there are 92 characters in this block.