Chandra
ch(a)-nd-ra,
chan-dra
US Popularity:18892
Origin:Sanskrit
Meaning:Moon; Shining, to shine
If you love the beautiful night sky almost as much as your little one, why not let it inspire baby’s name? The charming gender-neutral Chandra, meaning “moon,” from the Sanskrit chand, “to shine” or “shining,” conjures images taking a rightful place among the glittering stars and the unfathomable universe, full of wonder and possibility in equal measure. Like the moon’s glow illuminating the night sky, baby Chandra will help light up any room they’re in.
How Popular Is The Name Chandra?
U.S. Births
Overall:Chandra is currently #18892 in U.S. births
Girl:Chandra is currently #11339 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#11339
in 2023
+ 231
from 2019
Sources
Wisdom Library, Chandra: 4 definitions, January 2023
Name Doctor, Chandra
Behind the Name, Chandra, April 2021
WordSense Dictionary, Chandra
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 106
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