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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Moonlight
- Origin
- Sanskrit (used in Hindi)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- CHAHND-nee
Chandni is a Sanskrit name, used in Hindi, that means "moonlight." It's pronounced CHAHND-nee, and it pairs a soft, glowing meaning with a short, easy-to-say sound.
Meaning & Origin of Chandni
Meaning: Moonlight.
Origin: Sanskrit (used in Hindi).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Chandni
CHAHND-neeIPA /ˈtʃɑːndni/
Popularity of Chandni
In the U.S., Chandni peaked at #2988 in 1992, when 39 babies were given the name. By 2007, the last year in the data, it had slipped to #18182 with 5 babies, so it remains a rarely heard name.
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FAQ
What does the name Chandni mean?
Moonlight. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Chandni?
Chandni is pronounced CHAHND-nee (IPA: /ˈtʃɑːndni/).
Is Chandni a popular name right now?
Chandni peaked at #2988 in 1992 and is ranked #18182 as of 2007. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1985–2007.)
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