Unisex name
Tjandra name meaning
“the moon, a luminous celestial body”
Tjandra is a name used for boys and girls, meaning the moon, a luminous celestial body, from Sanskrit candra. The word was also borrowed into Old Javanese. Candra is a spelling variant and is also the name of the moon deity in Hindu tradition.
What does Tjandra mean?
The ending -ra appears in Putra, Indra, and Chandra, names connected with Sanskrit vocabulary. The letters -ra do not carry one shared meaning; the meaning belongs to each complete word. More boy names ending in -ra →
Origin and cultural usage of Tjandra
From Sanskrit candra ‘moon’, also borrowed into Old Javanese. Candra is also the name of the moon deity in Hindu tradition.
| Linguistic origin | Sanskrit, Old Javanese (Kawi) |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Hindu |
| Starts with | T |
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Name combinations with Tjandra
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Tjandra, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Tjandra as a first name
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Tjandra Dwiki
Interpretation
A picture of a second moon appearing as a luminous celestial body.Meaning of each word
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Dwiki: two, second in order
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Tjandra Erwinsyah
Interpretation
A picture of a friend to the troops, resembling a shining moon.Meaning of each word
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Erwinsyah: army friend; king
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Interpretation
May the younger one shine like the moon with wisdom.Meaning of each word
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Wicaksana: wise and discerning
- Junior: the younger one
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Tjandra Febrianto
Interpretation
A picture of a shining moon associated with the month of February.Meaning of each word
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Febrianto: associated with February
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Tjandra Wiguna
Interpretation
May this child become useful and capable, shining like the moon.Meaning of each word
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Wiguna: useful, possessing ability
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Tjandra Febriansyah Bara
Interpretation
A picture of a king in February, glowing like the moon and embers.Meaning of each word
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Febriansyah: February and king
- Bara: glowing embers
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Tjandra Ferial
Interpretation
A picture of a beautiful, magnificent figure resembling the shining moon.Meaning of each word
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Ferial: beautiful and majestic in appearance
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Tjandra Ronie
Interpretation
May this child become a ruler offering counsel, shining like the moon.Meaning of each word
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Ronie: ruler who gives counsel
Tjandra as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of an eagle growing beneath the light of the shining moon.Meaning of each word
- Wardono: growth or increase
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Elang: large bird of prey
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Interpretation
May loyalty and firm promises shine like the stars and moon.Meaning of each word
- Bintang: a shining celestial body
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Prasetia: a solemn pledge, fidelity
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Interpretation
A picture of a courageous man among towering mountains and the shining moon.Meaning of each word
- Arga: mountain, towering summit
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Farrel: a man of valor
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Interpretation
A picture of flowing rivers and moonlight serving as foundations for knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Rio: a river
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Pramana: measure, evidence, basis of knowledge
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Interpretation
May courage in peace bring nobility that shines like the moon.Meaning of each word
- Fernanda: boldness in peace or travel
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Brian: noble, high-ranking
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Interpretation
A picture of the beginning of a courageous journey accompanied by moonlight.Meaning of each word
- Fernanda: boldness in peace or travel
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
- Alfa: the first, a beginning
Tjandra as a last name
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Bagja Tjandra
Interpretation
May happiness and good fortune shine like the light of the moon.Meaning of each word
- Bagja: fortunate, happy
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
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Pranata Tjandra
Interpretation
A picture of order taking shape beneath the light of the moon.Meaning of each word
- Pranata: order; organizer
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
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Gilang Tjandra
Interpretation
May this child grow into a brilliant figure like the gleaming moon.Meaning of each word
- Gilang: radiant, brilliantly shining
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
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Pratama Tjandra
Interpretation
A picture of the first moon appearing as a luminous celestial body.Meaning of each word
- Pratama: first, earliest
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
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Putra Tjandra
Interpretation
May this boy grow to shine like the light of the moon.Meaning of each word
- Putra: son; royal prince
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
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Interpretation
May a pledge of loyalty shine brightly like the sun and moon.Meaning of each word
- Prastyo: pledge or oath of loyalty
- Aditya: sun, son of Aditi
- Tjandra: the moon, a luminous celestial body
How to pronounce Tjandra
| Syllables | 2 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /tʃandra/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦕꦤ꧀ꦢꦿ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮎᮔ᮪ᮓᮢ |
Is Tjandra a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Tjandra is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 75% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Tjandra ranks #90 among unisex names in our data sample (31 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Tjandra
Names with related meanings
- Chandra♂The moon
- Purnomo♂The moon at its fullest
- Wulandari♀Beautiful moon
- Purnama♂♀The moon in its full phase
- Wulan♀The moon in the sky
- Sasongko♂The moon
- Purnamasari♀The essence of the full moon’s beauty
- Wulansari♀Essence of the moon's beauty
- Kamaruddin♂Moon of the faith
- Komarudin♂Moon of the faith
- Komariah♀Associated with the moon
- Badri♂Associated with the full moon
Famous people named Tjandra
- Tjandra Anggraeni · b. 1961
- Tjandra Chrismadha · b. 1962
- Tjandra Dwiani Sulistyowati · b. 1971
- Tjandra Palupi · b. 1965
- Tjandra Setiadi · b. 1956
- Tjandra Widjaja
FAQ about the name Tjandra
What is the meaning of Tjandra?
Tjandra means the moon, a luminous celestial body. From Sanskrit candra ‘moon’, also borrowed into Old Javanese. Candra is also the name of the moon deity in Hindu tradition.
Is Tjandra a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Tjandra is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 75% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Tjandra?
Tjandra is of Sanskrit and Old Javanese (Kawi) origin.
How many syllables does Tjandra have?
Tjandra has 2 syllables (Tjan-dra) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Tjandra?
Tjandra ranks #90 among unisex names in our data sample (31 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Tjandra?
Other spellings: Candra.
What full names go well with Tjandra?
Some ideas: Tjandra Dwiki; Wardono Tjandra Elang; Bagja Tjandra.
Famous people named Tjandra?
Notable people named Tjandra include Tjandra Anggraeni, Tjandra Chrismadha, Tjandra Dwiani Sulistyowati.
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