Chandler
Chandler is a unisex name of English origin meaning “candle maker.” It ranked #753 in the United States in 2025. Chandler is an occupational surname for a candle maker or merchant, from the Old French 'chandelier.'
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how do you pronounce Chandler?
CHAND-ler
where does the name Chandler come from?
A unisex given name, usually given to boys, probably from surnames for the occupation of chandlery, the making and selling of candles.
The name became a cultural phenomenon through Chandler Bing on Friends and also carries literary weight through Raymond Chandler's noir detective fiction. It works equally well for boys and girls.
how popular is this name?
Chandler has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 48 years since 1969, and fell outside it for 9. It peaked at #151 in 1999, and ranked #753 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #753 |
| 2024 | #735 |
| 2023 | #687 |
| 2022 | #640 |
| 2021 | #604 |
| 2020 | #569 |
| 2019 | #582 |
| 2018 | #505 |
| 2017 | #489 |
| 2016 | #466 |
| 2010 | #495 |
| 2000 | #174 |
| 1999 | #151 |
| 1990 | #485 |
| 1970 | #800 |
| 1969 | #841 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Chandler fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Chandler?
- Raymond Chandler (American-British novelist and screenwriter)
- Chandler Bing (iconic character from TV series Friends)
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what names go well with Chandler?
Sibling names that share Chandler's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Chandler
What does the name Chandler mean?
Chandler means “candle maker”.
What is the origin of the name Chandler?
Chandler comes from the English naming tradition.
How popular is the name Chandler?
Chandler ranked #753 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1999, at #151, and it has spent 48 years in the top 1,000 since 1969.
Is Chandler a boy or girl name?
Chandler is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Chandler?
Chandler is pronounced CHAND-ler, with 2 syllables.
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