Kandi
Kandi is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Queen mother, glowing, or sweet.
Origin and history
Kandi is an American name, predominantly used as a modern spelling variant of Candy or a diminutive of Candace. The root name Candace derives from the ancient Cushitic title 'Kandake,' traditionally understood to mean 'queen mother' or 'clear/glowing.' Though popular in the mid-to-late 20th century in the U.S., its usage has significantly declined in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
5,547 babies in the United States have been named Kandi since 1880. It ranks #2304 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.3 %)
- TX (13.1 %)
- OH (7.5 %)
- IN (7.5 %)
- MI (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 73 |
| 1950-1960 | 537 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,406 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,608 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,385 |
| 1990-2000 | 322 |
| 2000-2010 | 140 |
| 2010-2019 | 76 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Kandi
- Kandi Burruss: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Kandi emerged as a modern, playful spelling alternative to Candy and soft form of Candace during the mid-20th century.
- The name saw its peak popularity in the U.S. between the 1960s and 1980s before gradually fading from recent top charts.