Kandis Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAN-dis / /ˈkændɪs/English; Greek
Meaning
English: Sweet; Greek: Pure
Historical & Cultural Background
Kandis is a modern name that emerged in the 20th century, primarily in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Candace, which has historical roots in ancient Ethiopia. The name has gained popularity as a feminine given name, reflecting contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings and sounds.
Trend Summary
Kandis has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a peak in usage during the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Candis
- Candace
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kandis was first seen in the United States in 1946. Kandis has ranked as high as #1016 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kandis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kandis (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 26 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 31 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 26 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1955 | 36 |
| 1956 | 44 |
| 1957 | 29 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 36 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1961 | 25 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 34 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 32 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 31 |
| 1971 | 36 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 54 |
| 1980 | 60 |
| 1981 | 77 |
| 1982 | 88 |
| 1983 | 112 |
| 1984 | 104 |
| 1985 | 115 |
| 1986 | 119 |
| 1987 | 135 |
| 1988 | 109 |
| 1989 | 102 |
| 1990 | 88 |
| 1991 | 68 |
| 1992 | 61 |
| 1993 | 46 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 9 |