Glowing, bright, or protector of mankind
Kandra is a modern name likely created as a variation of Kendra or Sandra. It may draw from the Old English 'cyne' meaning royal or the Greek 'Alexandros' meaning defender of men. In some contexts, it is associated with the Sanskrit word for glowing or the moon.
Less common today
Kandra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,615 in 1990.
A member of a shapeshifting race · Mistborn series by Brandon Sanderson
American actress known for various television roles
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
