Candra
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Candra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 1,797 babies have been named Candra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Candra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,388 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,388
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Korean origin
"pure, gentle, mild"
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About the Name Candra
Candra is a girl name .
Candra is currently ranked #23,388 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Candra include Can, Cand, Candy, Candie, Cay, Caie, and Cankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Candra include Candace, Candy, Candice . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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