Richard Cheatham (February 20, 1799 – September 9, 1845) was an American politician in Middle Tennessee.
He was elected as a Whig in 1836 from Tennessee's 11th congressional district to the United States House of Representatives, serving one term.
He engaged in mercantile pursuits, stock raising, and operating a cotton gin.
Cheatham soon became politically active and was first elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives in 1824, at the age of 25.
While visiting at White's Creek Springs near Springfield, Tennessee, Cheatham died on September 9, 1845 (age 46 years, 201 days).