'Chandra Choodeswarar' means the Eshwara who wears the Moon (Chandra) as an ornament on his crest or tuft of hair on top of the head.

This is in reference to the green plants and trees (Photosynthesis), which provide sustenance to all living beings.

The temple has grown during the time of the Cholas, Hoysala and Vijayanagara Emperors.

The Chandra Choodeshwara Temple structure may have been built by the Hoysala king, Thirupuvanamalla Barvatharaja Anthiyazhvar, in the year 1260.

The Chandra Choodeshwarar Temple has been the subject of documentary in an episode of TV9's series Heegu Unte in 2013.