Candler
boy nameCandler entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3798 in 1953, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3798
peak (1953)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3897 |
| 1920s | #3844 |
| 1950s | #3798 |
| 1990s | #9216 |
| 2000s | #9411 |
| 2010s | #12201 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Candler are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Candler alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Candler in 2025?
- Candler is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Candler most popular?
- Candler peaked in 1953, reaching #3798 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Candler with classmates?
- Candler will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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