Kandace Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAN-diss / /ˈkæn.dɪs/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: glowing; Greek: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
Kandace is derived from the Latin name 'Candace,' which was used in ancient times as a title for queens in Ethiopia. The name has been associated with strength and nobility. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name has also been linked to various cultural references in literature and media.
Trend Summary
Kandace has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Candace
- Kandis
International Variants
- Kandace (English)
- Candace (English)
Famous people named Kandace
Kandace Springs is a singer-songwriter recognized for her unique blend of jazz and soul music.
Kandace Krueger is a former Miss Texas USA and has worked as a model and actress.
Fictional characters named Kandace
Kandace is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda,' known for her role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kandace was first seen in the United States in 1945. Kandace has ranked as high as #888 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Kandace has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kandace (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 31 |
| 1947 | 29 |
| 1948 | 37 |
| 1949 | 41 |
| 1950 | 34 |
| 1951 | 38 |
| 1952 | 33 |
| 1953 | 47 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1955 | 56 |
| 1956 | 57 |
| 1957 | 48 |
| 1958 | 37 |
| 1959 | 30 |
| 1960 | 40 |
| 1961 | 38 |
| 1962 | 44 |
| 1963 | 48 |
| 1964 | 48 |
| 1965 | 39 |
| 1966 | 80 |
| 1967 | 55 |
| 1968 | 55 |
| 1969 | 69 |
| 1970 | 74 |
| 1971 | 76 |
| 1972 | 69 |
| 1973 | 61 |
| 1974 | 63 |
| 1975 | 61 |
| 1976 | 61 |
| 1977 | 67 |
| 1978 | 74 |
| 1979 | 81 |
| 1980 | 144 |
| 1981 | 153 |
| 1982 | 146 |
| 1983 | 162 |
| 1984 | 199 |
| 1985 | 187 |
| 1986 | 184 |
| 1987 | 244 |
| 1988 | 279 |
| 1989 | 257 |
| 1990 | 275 |
| 1991 | 240 |
| 1992 | 203 |
| 1993 | 217 |
| 1994 | 162 |
| 1995 | 139 |
| 1996 | 105 |
| 1997 | 109 |
| 1998 | 83 |
| 1999 | 74 |
| 2000 | 79 |
| 2001 | 69 |
| 2002 | 66 |
| 2003 | 67 |
| 2004 | 71 |
| 2005 | 70 |
| 2006 | 67 |
| 2007 | 56 |
| 2008 | 51 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 6 |