Kandice Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAN-dis / /ˈkændɪs/English; variant of Candace
Meaning
pure; queen mother
Historical & Cultural Background
Kandice is a modern variation of the name Candace, which has roots in ancient Ethiopia. The name Candace was historically used as a title for queens in the Kingdom of Kush. The spelling 'Kandice' emerged in the 20th century, reflecting a trend for unique and creative spellings of traditional names. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Kandice experienced a peak in popularity in the 1980s and 1990s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Candice
- Kandis
International Variants
- Candace (English)
- Kandice (English)
Famous people named Kandice
Kandice Pelletier is a fashion designer known for her work in swimwear and activewear.
Kandice McCullough is a notable American author recognized for her contributions to contemporary literature.
Kandice McGowan is a professional athlete who has competed in various national championships.
Kandice McCarthy is a television personality known for her appearances on reality shows.
Fictional characters named Kandice
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kandice was first seen in the United States in 1945. Kandice has ranked as high as #853 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kandice has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kandice (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 27 |
| 1951 | 29 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 32 |
| 1954 | 38 |
| 1955 | 39 |
| 1956 | 39 |
| 1957 | 44 |
| 1958 | 30 |
| 1959 | 29 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 30 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 20 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 29 |
| 1967 | 30 |
| 1968 | 51 |
| 1969 | 61 |
| 1970 | 68 |
| 1971 | 79 |
| 1972 | 74 |
| 1973 | 83 |
| 1974 | 77 |
| 1975 | 131 |
| 1976 | 79 |
| 1977 | 75 |
| 1978 | 131 |
| 1979 | 134 |
| 1980 | 226 |
| 1981 | 247 |
| 1982 | 260 |
| 1983 | 274 |
| 1984 | 266 |
| 1985 | 298 |
| 1986 | 255 |
| 1987 | 259 |
| 1988 | 255 |
| 1989 | 280 |
| 1990 | 277 |
| 1991 | 217 |
| 1992 | 212 |
| 1993 | 179 |
| 1994 | 157 |
| 1995 | 101 |
| 1996 | 94 |
| 1997 | 92 |
| 1998 | 93 |
| 1999 | 72 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 69 |
| 2003 | 69 |
| 2004 | 73 |
| 2005 | 66 |
| 2006 | 69 |
| 2007 | 92 |
| 2008 | 76 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 41 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 48 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 11 |