Holding steady.
Popularity of Lachandra since 1968
Babies named Lachandra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 254 |
| 1980s | 179 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lachandra is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1968, during an era when creative La- prefixed names were fashionable. Its peak year was 1975, after which its usage declined steadily to the point of rarity. The name has never cracked the top 1000 and remains a distinctive choice rather than a common one. While its exact etymology is unclear, it likely belongs to the American tradition of blending familiar sounds (like the feminine prefix La- with the Sanskrit-derived Chandra, meaning 'moon') to create novel names. Parents drawn to Lachandra today often appreciate its melodic rhythm and rarity.
Lachandra is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1968. It may blend the prefix La- with the name Chandra, or it could be a feminization of the Scottish name Lachlan. Its usage peaked in 1975 and has remained rare since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lachi, Chandra, Andy
Sibling names for Lachandra
Names that share Lachandra's style, for a brother or sister.
