Chantra is a beautiful and unique given name of Khmer origin, used predominantly in Cambodia. It translates to "moon" in Khmer, symbolizing grace, beauty, and gentle serenity. This name carries the essence of tranquility and calmness associated with the lunar cycle. In Cambodia, Chantra is often paired with surnames like Keo, Vuthy, or Mean, creating combinations such as Chantra Keo or Chantra Mean. Outside of Cambodia, this name is gradually gaining recognition worldwide, adding a touch of exotic charm to its bearers.
The name Chantra experienced variable popularity over the years with peaks in 1974, 1977, and 1981, each having 5 births. There was a noticeable increase to 6 births in 1982, followed by a significant peak of 9 births in 1988. The year 1991 saw a drop back down to 5 births. Overall, the name Chantra had a total of 35 births across these years.