Chandra
Chandra is a unisex name of Sanskrit origin meaning “moon, luminous, shining.” Chandra means 'moon' in Sanskrit and is the name of the Hindu lunar deity who rides a chariot across the night sky.
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how do you pronounce Chandra?
CHUN-drah
where does the name Chandra come from?
Chandra, also called Soma, is the Hindu god of the Moon, associated with night and with plants and vegetation.
India's lunar exploration missions are named 'Chandrayaan' (moon vehicle). The moon holds profound significance in Hindu astrology, culture, and daily life.
how popular is this name?
Chandra has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 37 years since 1956. It peaked at #307 in 1975, and ranked #963 in 1992.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 1992 | #963 |
| 1991 | #822 |
| 1990 | #742 |
| 1989 | #688 |
| 1988 | #594 |
| 1987 | #548 |
| 1986 | #519 |
| 1985 | #496 |
| 1984 | #477 |
| 1983 | #445 |
| 1980 | #396 |
| 1975 | #307 |
| 1970 | #357 |
| 1960 | #832 |
| 1956 | #948 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Chandra fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Chandra
Chandra is one of the Navagraha, the nine celestial beings central to Hindu astrology.
who are famous people named Chandra?
- Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar (Indian-American astrophysicist, Nobel laureate)
- Chandra Wilson (American actress)
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what names go well with Chandra?
Sibling names that share Chandra's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Chandra
What does the name Chandra mean?
Chandra means “moon, luminous, shining”.
What is the origin of the name Chandra?
Chandra comes from the Sanskrit naming tradition.
How popular is the name Chandra?
Chandra ranked #963 in the US in 1992, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 1975, at #307, and it has spent 37 years in the top 1,000 since 1956.
Is Chandra a boy or girl name?
Chandra is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Chandra?
Chandra is pronounced CHUN-drah, with 2 syllables.
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