Chandler

Gender Masculine & Feminine
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈt͡ʃænd.ləɹ/  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

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.

Popularity

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upper class   wholesome   strong   refined   strange   comedic  

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Entry updated April 23, 2024