Kandi Girl

Popularity: — · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationKAN-dee / /ˈkæn.di/

English; American

Meaning

Diminutive of Candy; sweet

Historical & Cultural Background

Kandi is often considered a modern, playful name derived from the word 'candy.' It gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name reflects a trend towards using sweet and whimsical names for girls. Its usage has been influenced by pop culture and media.

Trend Summary

Kandi has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.

Similar Names

CandiKaraKylieKiraKendraKarla

Variants

  • Candy
  • Kandyce

International Variants

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Famous people named Kandi

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Fictional characters named Kandi

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Sibling Suggestions

MandiBrandiSandiTandiRandi

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kandi was first seen in the United States in 1945. Kandi has ranked as high as #918 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Kandi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Kandi (2010)

StateBirthsShare
TX 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19459
194618
194716
194820
194910
195020
195113
195228
195331
195438
195534
195676
195796
1958108
195993
1960115
1961131
1962128
1963155
1964150
1965151
1966140
1967135
1968144
1969157
1970198
1971191
1972169
1973152
1974152
1975163
1976149
1977151
1978131
1979152
1980174
1981202
1982160
1983161
1984136
1985129
1986119
1987125
198884
198995
199072
199146
199250
199335
199427
199524
199619
199719
199816
199914
200012
200120
200211
200320
200414
20056
200613
200713
200814
200917
201017
201113
20127
20135
20146
201511
20167
20175
20185