Sanskrit

Chandra

Pronounced CHUN-drahShare

Meaning: Moon

  • Gender-neutral
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

A Sanskrit moon name used for more than one gender. Chandra is also the moon deity in Hindu tradition; vowel length and local usage can differ.

Popularity

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Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

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Origins

Chandra comes from Sanskrit.

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