Chandra
Chandra is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Moon; shining”.
| Meaning | Moon; shining |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | चन्द्र |
| Pronunciation | CHUN-druh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Chandra
Chandra is the Sanskrit word for the moon, from a root meaning 'to shine'. In Hindu tradition Chandra is the moon god, one of the navagraha, the nine planetary deities, and the moon is worn on Shiva's head. The name is common in India, often in compounds such as Ramachandra and Chandrashekhar. In the West Chandra is sometimes used for girls.
Is Chandra a Hindu name?
Chandra is a Hindu name for the moon god, one of the nine planetary deities, and appears in many deity names such as Ramachandra.
How popular is Chandra?
Very common as part of names throughout India.
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Spellings and variants of Chandra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chandra mean?
Chandra means 'Moon; shining'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Chandra a Hindu name?
Chandra is a Hindu name for the moon god, one of the nine planetary deities, and appears in many deity names such as Ramachandra.
How do you pronounce Chandra?
Chandra is pronounced CHUN-druh.
Is Chandra a boy or girl name?
Chandra is usually a boy name.