Chandler Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chandler has its roots in Old French, originally denoting a candle maker, derived from Latin. The name has evolved through various forms over the centuries. It is commonly used today and is often linked to creative and modern traits, with no biblical significance.
The name Chandler is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Chandler has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Chandler' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1383rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1550th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1575th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1012th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 402nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 274th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 532nd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8327th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 863rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1104th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1007th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Chandler' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chandler"
Pronunciation
/ˈtʃeɪndlər/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Chandler originally referred to someone who made or sold candles. It comes from the Old French word 'chandeler,' which itself derives from the Latin 'candela,' meaning 'candle.'
Meaning
candle maker
Language Evolution
Candela (Latin), Chandeler (Old French), Chandler (Middle English)
Historical Usage
Chandler gained popularity as a surname in medieval England and later transitioned into use as a given name, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Chandy, Chan, Chand
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Chandler is perceived as a modern and somewhat trendy name. It is often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Chandler Bing (fictional character from 'Friends'), Chandler Parsons (professional basketball player), Chandler Hallow (YouTuber)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chandler"
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 "Chandler"
"Chandler" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1383rd of 7545 | 440 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1550th of 6773 | 373 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1575th of 7552 | 473 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1012th of 10718 | 1,022 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 402nd of 16616 | 8,177 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 274th of 24088 | 19,105 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 532nd of 23106 | 6,552 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8327th of 19264 | 69 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 863rd of 27321 | 3,402 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1104th of 35406 | 3,434 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1007th of 30306 | 3,173 |
Regional Popularity of "Chandler" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
68.09% 939th/1379 |
73.42% 1737th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
66.94% 1575th/2353 |
- |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
58.24% 1297th/2227 |
58.68% 1426th/2430 |
74.55% 2127th/2853 |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
35.55% 1044th/2937 |
40.14% 1398th/3483 |
30.13% 1060th/3518 |
36.35% 1470th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
10.80% 398th/3685 |
14.75% 660th/4475 |
6.68% 347th/5194 |
6.30% 398th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
6.05% 277th/4582 |
10.38% 536th/5164 |
2.78% 203rd/7313 |
5.11% 381st/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.86% 552nd/3984 |
20.10% 902nd/4487 |
5.66% 386th/6822 |
13.66% 857th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Chandler" by Generation for Female 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) |
24.67% 909th/3685 |
27.78% 1243rd/4475 |
11.94% 620th/5194 |
14.75% 932nd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.94% 1326th/4582 |
45.86% 2368th/5164 |
10.09% 738th/7313 |
21.32% 1591st/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.89% 1191st/3984 |
56.10% 2517th/4487 |
9.41% 642nd/6822 |
29.67% 1862nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chandler"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chandler" 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.