Candis Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAN-diss / /ˈkændɪs/Greek; English
Meaning
Greek: pure; English: variant of Candace
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Candis is derived from the Greek name 'Kandake,' which means 'queen mother.' It gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a variant of Candace. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility and purity.
Trend Summary
The name Candis has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Candace
- Candy
International Variants
- Kandace (English)
- Kandaki (Amharic)
Famous people named Candis
Candis Cayne is an American actress and performance artist known for her role in the television series 'Dirty Sexy Money.'.
Candis McLean is a notable Australian artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Fictional characters named Candis
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Candis was first seen in the United States in 1889. Candis has ranked as high as #911 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Candis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Candis (1998)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1889 | 6 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 34 |
| 1946 | 53 |
| 1947 | 79 |
| 1948 | 96 |
| 1949 | 100 |
| 1950 | 94 |
| 1951 | 92 |
| 1952 | 67 |
| 1953 | 76 |
| 1954 | 82 |
| 1955 | 82 |
| 1956 | 134 |
| 1957 | 93 |
| 1958 | 90 |
| 1959 | 66 |
| 1960 | 47 |
| 1961 | 59 |
| 1962 | 47 |
| 1963 | 49 |
| 1964 | 58 |
| 1965 | 38 |
| 1966 | 43 |
| 1967 | 49 |
| 1968 | 42 |
| 1969 | 45 |
| 1970 | 51 |
| 1971 | 43 |
| 1972 | 44 |
| 1973 | 41 |
| 1974 | 37 |
| 1975 | 38 |
| 1976 | 52 |
| 1977 | 61 |
| 1978 | 65 |
| 1979 | 96 |
| 1980 | 155 |
| 1981 | 201 |
| 1982 | 214 |
| 1983 | 205 |
| 1984 | 224 |
| 1985 | 233 |
| 1986 | 191 |
| 1987 | 200 |
| 1988 | 159 |
| 1989 | 151 |
| 1990 | 105 |
| 1991 | 90 |
| 1992 | 74 |
| 1993 | 56 |
| 1994 | 46 |
| 1995 | 46 |
| 1996 | 34 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |