Meaning & Origin
An English surname originating as an occupation for a chandler (“maker or seller of candles”).
Chandler is a boy's and girl's baby name of Old French origin, from the occupational surname for a candlemaker or candle seller — from the Old French chandelier. Chandler Bing, the beloved, sarcastic friend in the TV series Friends (1994–2004), made this name globally recognizable and gave it an indelible sense of humor.
With over 36,000 U.S. births, Chandler has proven itself a modern classic. It has a preppy, articulate character that works equally well in academia and advertising. The Friends association gives it a warmth and humor that most occupational surnames simply do not carry.