Indian name meaning
Chandra
♂ BoyChan·dra · 2 syllables
The moon
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Creative, sociable and optimistic — gifted with words, art and lifting the mood.
The letters of Chandra add up to 21, which reduces to 3.
About the name Chandra
Chandra is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The moon.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Chandra has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chandra mean?
Chandra means “The moon.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Chandra a boy or a girl name?
Chandra is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Chandra?
Chandra is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Chandra?
In the Chaldean system, Chandra has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
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