Chandra Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHAN-dra / /ˈtʃændrə/Sanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: moon; Hindi: shining
Historical & Cultural Background
Chandra is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India. In Hindu mythology, Chandra is the name of the moon god. The name is often associated with beauty and brightness, reflecting the qualities of the moon. It is also used in various cultural contexts, symbolizing calmness and serenity.
Trend Summary
Chandra has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in interest.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chand
- Chandni
International Variants
- Chandra (Sanskrit)
- Chandrika (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Chandra
Chandra Wilson is an American actress known for her role as Miranda Bailey on the television series 'Grey's Anatomy'.
Chandra Levy was an American intern whose disappearance in 2001 garnered national attention and led to a high-profile investigation.
Chandra Bahadur Dangi was a Nepali man recognized as the shortest adult in recorded history.
Chandra X-ray Observatory is a space telescope launched by NASA to observe X-rays from high-energy regions of the universe.
Fictional characters named Chandra
Chandra Nalaar is a character from the 'Magic: The Gathering' trading card game, known for her fiery personality and powerful abilities.
Chandra is a character in the animated series 'The Legend of Korra', serving as a member of the Red Lotus.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chandra was first seen in the United States in 1935. Chandra has ranked as high as #522 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Georgia, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Chandra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chandra (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 19 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 28 |
| 1954 | 57 |
| 1955 | 79 |
| 1956 | 113 |
| 1957 | 165 |
| 1958 | 232 |
| 1959 | 181 |
| 1960 | 153 |
| 1961 | 187 |
| 1962 | 187 |
| 1963 | 229 |
| 1964 | 259 |
| 1965 | 285 |
| 1966 | 349 |
| 1967 | 405 |
| 1968 | 483 |
| 1969 | 607 |
| 1970 | 695 |
| 1971 | 683 |
| 1972 | 660 |
| 1973 | 653 |
| 1974 | 713 |
| 1975 | 747 |
| 1976 | 682 |
| 1977 | 664 |
| 1978 | 645 |
| 1979 | 556 |
| 1980 | 573 |
| 1981 | 539 |
| 1982 | 478 |
| 1983 | 462 |
| 1984 | 429 |
| 1985 | 409 |
| 1986 | 398 |
| 1987 | 365 |
| 1988 | 338 |
| 1989 | 294 |
| 1990 | 280 |
| 1991 | 250 |
| 1992 | 199 |
| 1993 | 182 |
| 1994 | 151 |
| 1995 | 137 |
| 1996 | 125 |
| 1997 | 105 |
| 1998 | 118 |
| 1999 | 82 |
| 2000 | 76 |
| 2001 | 82 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2003 | 60 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 39 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2023 | 8 |