Candie
Candie is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
White, pure, bright, or glowing.
Origin and history
Candie is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word 'candidus', meaning 'white', 'bright', or 'pure'. It often originated as a pet form of Candice or Candida, though it was also used as an independent name. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage during the mid-20th century but has become rare in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,985 babies in the United States have been named Candie since 1880. It ranks #3246 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.6 %)
- TX (16.9 %)
- OH (12 %)
- IL (4.4 %)
- MI (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 100 |
| 1950-1960 | 413 |
| 1960-1970 | 623 |
| 1970-1980 | 753 |
| 1980-1990 | 812 |
| 1990-2000 | 174 |
| 2000-2010 | 84 |
| 2010-2019 | 21 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Candie originated primarily as a affectionate pet form for Candice or Candida before being used independently.
- The name saw its peak popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1970s.