Chandler

At a Glance: Name: Chandler – Meaning: candle maker/seller – Origin: English (occupational surname, from Old French chandelier, 'candle maker') – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: CHAND-lur

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Chandler is a unisex name, pronounced CHAND-lur, that comes from an English occupational surname for a candle maker or seller — it traces back to the Old French word chandelier. If you like a name with a clear, tradesman's origin rather than an abstract meaning, this is a straightforward one to explain to your kid someday.

Meaning & Origin of Chandler

Meaning: Candle maker/seller.

Origin: English (occupational surname, from Old French chandelier, 'candle maker').

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Chandler

Phonetic: CHAND-lur   IPA: /ˈtʃændlər/

Popularity of Chandler

Chandler peaked at #151 in the U.S. in 1999, when 2,395 babies were given the name, and has since cooled off to #738 in 2024 with 348 babies.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1900–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Chandler mean?

Candle maker/seller. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Chandler)

How do you pronounce Chandler?

Chandler is pronounced CHAND-lur (IPA: /ˈtʃændlər/).

Is Chandler a popular name right now?

Chandler peaked at #151 in 1999 and is ranked #738 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1900–2024.)

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