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Origin: Indian

Meaning: Shining; Moon; Moonlight

Chandy is a girl’s name of Sanskrit and Hindi origins. Meaning “shining” or “moon,” this name offers the perfect etymology to describe your radiant little one. The name is a variant of Chandra, which shares the name with the Hindu God of the moon. Possibly derived from the Indian name Chandi, Chandy suitably means “moonlight.” Responsible for nightfall, dewfall on plants, and human life itself, this all-mighty deity was praised for illuminating skies even during the darkest of times. Stemming from luminous roots, cute and quirky Chandy is set to be a shining example to everyone she meets.