Chanda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chanda is a name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'moon' or 'brightness'. It has evolved through various forms and is often associated with positive traits such as beauty and desire. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. It has gained popularity in South Asia and is recognized in modern contexts, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Chanda is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Chanda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Chanda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14347th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2752nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 652nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1498th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8991st out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Chanda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chanda"
Pronunciation
/ˈtʃændə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
Chanda is derived from the Sanskrit word 'chanda', which means 'moon' or 'brightness'. In some contexts, it can also refer to 'desire' or 'passion'.
Meaning
moon, brightness, desire, passion
Language Evolution
Chand, Chanda, Chandana
Historical Usage
Chanda has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in South Asia, where it has been used as a given name for both males and females.
Variants & Derivatives
Chand, Chandana, Chandrika
Modern Popularity & Image
Chanda is perceived positively in modern times, often associated with beauty and brightness. It is relatively common in South Asian communities.
Famous People
Chanda Kochhar, Chanda Rubin
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chanda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Chanda"
"Chanda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 14347th of 16616 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2752nd of 12526 | 329 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 652nd of 19264 | 4,016 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1498th of 27321 | 1,547 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8991st of 35406 | 186 |
Regional Popularity of "Chanda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Chanda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
85.77% 1910th/2227 |
- |
72.13% 2058th/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.14% 621st/2937 |
25.27% 880th/3483 |
14.61% 514th/3518 |
20.25% 819th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.50% 1566th/3685 |
50.35% 2253rd/4475 |
28.24% 1467th/5194 |
35.30% 2230th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chanda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chanda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.