Chandler Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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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"

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Pronunciation

/ˈtʃeɪndlər/

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Origin

Old French

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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.'

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Meaning

candle maker

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Language Evolution

Candela (Latin), Chandeler (Old French), Chandler (Middle English)

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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.

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Variants & Derivatives

Chandy, Chan, Chand

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Chandler is perceived as a modern and somewhat trendy name. It is often associated with creativity and individuality.

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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
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
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 78.86%
1227th/1556
66.94%
1575th/2353
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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.