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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAN-dis //ˈkændɪs//
Origin: English; Greek
Meaning: English: Sweet; Greek: Pure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kandis is believed to be a variant of the name Candace, which has its roots in the ancient Greek word 'kandake', referring to a title used for queens in the Kingdom of Kush, located in what is now Sudan. This term was adopted into Latin as 'Candace', and it appears in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically in the Book of Acts, where a high-ranking official from the region is mentioned.
The name Candace has been associated with strength and nobility due to its royal connotations, and it has been used in various forms across different cultures. Historically, the name gained prominence through its biblical connections, particularly during the early centuries of Christianity when the story of the Ethiopian eunuch, who was in the service of the Candace, was recounted.
This narrative contributed to the name's significance in Christian texts and its association with leadership and authority. The use of the name Candace continued through the centuries, often linked to figures of power and influence.
In addition to its biblical significance, the name has cultural resonance in various contexts. It symbolizes dignity and strength, reflecting the qualities associated with queenship.
The variant Kandis may have emerged as a modern adaptation or phonetic variation, reflecting the evolving nature of names through linguistic shifts and cultural exchanges. The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its historical roots and the positive attributes associated with its meaning, making it a notable choice in various cultures.
Famous people named Kandis
In this section, you will find notable people named Kandis. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Kandis who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Kandis McDonald is a singer best known for her work in the country music genre and her participation in various music festivals.
Kandis Williams is an artist and curator best known for her multimedia installations and contributions to contemporary art discussions.
Sibling suggestions
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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)
The name Kandis is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kandis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Kandis (2002)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kandis.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1997 | 31 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1993 | 46 |
| 1992 | 61 |
| 1991 | 68 |
| 1990 | 88 |
| 1989 | 102 |
| 1988 | 109 |
| 1987 | 135 |
| 1986 | 119 |
| 1985 | 115 |
| 1984 | 104 |
| 1983 | 112 |
| 1982 | 88 |
| 1981 | 77 |
| 1980 | 60 |
| 1979 | 54 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1971 | 36 |
| 1970 | 31 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1966 | 32 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1964 | 34 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1961 | 25 |
| 1960 | 22 |
| 1959 | 36 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1957 | 29 |
| 1956 | 44 |
| 1955 | 36 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1953 | 26 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1950 | 31 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1948 | 26 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1946 | 13 |