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Chandler is a feminine name used in English. Behind the Name describes it this way: "From an occupational surname that meant ‘candle seller’ or ‘candle maker’ in Middle English, ultimately from Latin candela via Old French. It surged in popularity after the 1994 debut of the American sitcom Friends, featuring a character by this name." It ranked #895 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, from an occupational surname that meant ‘candle seller’ or ‘candle maker’ in Middle English, ultimately from Latin candela via Old French. It surged in popularity after the 1994 debut of the American sitcom Friends, featuring a character by this name. The entry lists its usage as English.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Chandler ranked #895 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #895 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chandler mean?
Chandler means "candle seller", according to Behind the Name.
Is Chandler a popular name?
Chandler ranked #895 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Chandler a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Chandler appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it masculine & feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Chandler — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
