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Chandra

CHAHN-drah

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

Hindi

Total Births

17,348

Peak Year

#753 in 1975

First Recorded

1935

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Nature-Inspired

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'moon' or 'shining'. It is a popular name in India and associated with the lunar deity.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Chandra Wilson

    American actress known for Grey's Anatomy.

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Personality Traits

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