Candes
Candes is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,133 in the US, popular nicknames include Can, Cay, and Canie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Candes first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 7 babies have been named Candes in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Candes is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,133 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,133
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Candes
Candes is a girl name .
Candes is currently ranked #23,133 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Candes include Can, Cay, Canie, and Candie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Candes include Candace, Candy, Candice . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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