Candra

CHAN-dra'CHAN-dra'2 syllables
🇮🇳Sanskrit
Radiant

MEANING

Moon

ORIGIN

Hindu

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Chandra' meaning 'shining' or 'moon'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Hindu mythology, Chandra is the name of the moon god.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used in ancient texts and scriptures in India to refer to the moon and deities associated with it.

🇮🇩Indonesian
Soft

MEANING

LightRadiance

ORIGIN

Indonesian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Sanskrit influence during the Hindu-Buddhist era in Indonesia.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used in Indonesian names reflecting qualities of brightness and beauty.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Adopted into Indonesian culture through historical trade and cultural exchanges with India.

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