Candace
Candace is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
Queen mother or royal woman.
Origin and history
Candace is derived from the ancient royal title Kandake, used by queens and queen mothers in the Kingdom of Kush. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries through its mention in the New Testament. In the U.S., it was particularly popular in the mid-to-late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
84,938 babies in the United States have been named Candace since 1880. It ranks #422 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1756.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10 %)
- TX (7.3 %)
- OH (5.1 %)
- IL (5.1 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 27 |
| 1890-1900 | 36 |
| 1900-1910 | 27 |
| 1910-1920 | 112 |
| 1920-1930 | 135 |
| 1930-1940 | 146 |
| 1940-1950 | 6,715 |
| 1950-1960 | 14,251 |
| 1960-1970 | 9,872 |
| 1970-1980 | 12,670 |
| 1980-1990 | 25,168 |
| 1990-2000 | 11,520 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,925 |
| 2010-2019 | 989 |
| 2020-2029 | 345 |
Famous people named Candace
- Candace Bergen: Actress, Model
- Candace Parker: Athlete, Sports Broadcaster
- Candace Cameron Bure: Actress, Producer
Nicknames
Candy, Candi
Fun facts
- Candace was originally a title for rulers and queen mothers in the ancient Nubian kingdom of Meroë.
- The name enters Western usage via the Acts of the Apostles, referencing the treasurer of Candace, queen of the Ethiopians.