👉 The term "shawnees" is a Native American term that refers to the people who lived in what is now known as the Shawnee Nation, which is an area of the United States. The Shawnee Nation was established in 1835 and has been inhabited by various tribes throughout its history. Today, there are several groups that claim descent from the Shawnees, including the Cheyenne, Arapaho, and Comanche.