Chandler is a unisex name of English origin, meaning "candle maker" or "maker or seller of candles." It is often used as a surname as well. Chandler is a unique and modern name that has gained popularity in recent years. People with the name Chandler are often described as creative, charismatic, and enterprising. Famous bearers of the name include actor Matthew Perry, who portrayed the character Chandler Bing on the television show "Friends."