How Many People Are Named Candra?
Complete statistics for the name Candra: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Candra has a classic yet modern feel. Only 1,734 people in the U.S. are named Candra, making it super rare, just 1 in 190,321. It peaked in 1984 with 87 births that year.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 5 traditionally represents freedom, adventure, and adaptability. People associated with this number tend to be curious, versatile, and drawn to new experiences and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 43All 1,815 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1984Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Candra Through the Generations
Candra's story is one of steady, if somewhat rare, presence. With only 1,734 living in the U.S., it's clear why it's considered very rare. The gap between its all-time births of 1,815 and current living bearers of 1,734 is small, suggesting a relatively stable naming trend over time. Its peak in 1984, when 87 babies were named Candra, stands out as a high-water mark. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 80% of Candra bearers aged 30-60, indicating a long-lasting appeal. This name's journey from a peak of 87 in one year to a current count of 1,734 speaks to its enduring but limited popularity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Candra's Sanskrit roots
📄 About the Name Candra
How Many People Have the Name Candra?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,734 people in the United States currently share the name Candra. That works out to roughly 1 in every 190,321 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Candra a Common or Rare Name?
Candra is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Candra Mean?
Candra means "Moon or shining" and comes from Sanskrit origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Candra in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Candra Most Popular?
The name Candra reached peak popularity in 1984, with 87 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Candra?
Approximately 1,734 people named Candra live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,815. That works out to roughly 1 in 190,321 Americans.
Is Candra a rare name?
Candra is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 190,321 Americans has this name.
What does the name Candra mean?
Candra means "Moon or shining" and comes from Sanskrit origins.
Is Candra more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Candra are male and 100% are female.
When was Candra most popular?
Candra peaked in 1984 with 87 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.