Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Candra since 1946
Babies named Candra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 84 |
| 1960s | 140 |
| 1970s | 379 |
| 1980s | 677 |
| 1990s | 382 |
| 2000s | 115 |
| 2010s | 20 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Candra is a name with multiple possible roots. It may be a modern respelling of Sandra, or it may draw from the Sanskrit word for 'moon', Chandra. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1946 and saw its highest usage in 1984, though it never entered the top 1000. Its use has been declining since 1985, and the name is given almost exclusively to girls. Candra remains a relatively rare choice, reflecting its varied and somewhat uncertain heritage.
Candra appears to have at least two possible derivations. It may be a modern English respelling of Sandra, itself a diminutive of Alessandra or Cassandra. Alternatively, it could be drawn from the Sanskrit word 'candra' (चन्द्र), meaning 'moon', a name used in Hindu tradition. The name saw modest use in the United States beginning in the mid-20th century, peaking in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Candy, Candie
Sibling names for Candra
Names that share Candra's style, for a brother or sister.
