Chanler is an uncommon, yet distinctive given name of American origin. It is derived from the surname Chandler, which originally referred to someone who made and sold candles. The name has gained some popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and spelling. There are no specific historical figures or characters associated with this name, allowing it to stand on its own merit as a contemporary choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet appealing moniker for their child.
The name Chanler experienced significant popularity between 1995 and 2002 with peaks of 26 births per year from 1999 to 2002. However, it appears that its usage has been declining since then, with less than 20 births per year recorded in the most recent years (2015-2022), including two years (2018 and 2019) with only five births each.