"glowing white, pure, sincere"
Origin: Latin (candidus)
Language: Latin
Candice
Pronunciation: [ k-AND-ihs ]
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"queen mother (royal title)"
Origin: Meroitic/Ethiopian
Language: Meroitic
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The Story of Candice
Candice is a variant of Candace, a name of ancient Ethiopian origin — the title of the queens of Meroe (ancient Nubian kingdom) rather than a personal name. The Candace of Acts 8:27 was queen of the Ethiopians. The name may derive from the Meroitic kdke meaning queen mother or from Latin candidus meaning white, glowing, or sincere.
Candice peaked in the US in the 1970s-1980s, part of the C-name wave popular in that era alongside Crystal, Cheryl, and Cindy. The name was associated with glamour through actress Candice Bergen, star of Murphy Brown. Today it feels distinctly period-specific to the boomer and Gen X era.
Candace/Candice carries royal roots as an ancient African queen's title — a powerful connection for families with African heritage. Actress Candice Bergen made the name synonymous with intelligent, independent womanhood through her Emmy-winning role in Murphy Brown (1988-1998).
Historical Record
Candice first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 65,548 babies have been named Candice in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Candice is past its peak , currently ranked #4,821 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Candace was the title of the queens of the ancient Meroitic Kingdom of Nubia (now Sudan), not a personal name
- Actress Candice Bergen won five Emmy Awards for playing Murphy Brown from 1988-1998
Candice in Other Languages
Greek
Κανδάκη
Latin
Candida
French
Candice
Italian
Candida
Spanish
Cándida
Popularity Over Time
#4,821
Current Rank
Peaked 1982
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Candice
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Candice Swanepoel
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1988
South African supermodel and Victoria's Secret Angel known for her stunning beauty
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Candice Bergen
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1946
American actress who won five Emmy Awards for her role as Murphy Brown in the hit TV series
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,821
- Total SSA Count
- 28
- Cultural Origins
- English American African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Candice
What does the name Candice mean?
"glowing white, pure, sincere" (from Latin (candidus)). "queen mother (royal title)" (from Meroitic/Ethiopian). Candice is a variant of Candace, a name of ancient Ethiopian origin — the title of the queens of Meroe (ancient Nubian kingdom) rather than a personal name. The Candace of Acts 8:27 was queen of the Ethiopians. The name may derive from the Meroitic kdke meaning queen mother or from Latin candidus meaning white, glowing, or sincere.
What is the origin of the name Candice?
Candice has Latin (candidus), Meroitic/Ethiopian, English, American, and African American origins. In Latin (candidus), it means "glowing white, pure, sincere". In Meroitic/Ethiopian, it means "queen mother (royal title)".
Is Candice a boy or girl name?
Candice is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4821. As a boy name, it is ranked #15364. Candice is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Candice?
Candice is pronounced k-AND-ihs.
How popular is the name Candice?
Candice is currently ranked #4821 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Candice?
Common nicknames for Candice include Candy, Candi, and Candi.
What are good middle names for Candice?
Popular middle name pairings include Candice Marie, Candice Nicole, Candice Lynn, Candice Ann, Candice Joy, Candice Grace, and Candice Renee.
What are good sibling names for Candice?
Names that pair well with Candice as siblings include Denise, Monica, Stephanie, Brandon, Derek, Marcus, and Dominique.
How many syllables does Candice have?
Candice has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Candice a common or rare name?
Candice is an uncommon name, ranked #4821 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Candice
Candice is a girl name with English, American, and African American origins . The name means "glowing white, pure, sincere" in Latin (candidus) .
Is Candice a boy or girl name? Candice is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,821 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #15,364. Candice is more commonly used as a girl name.
Candice is currently ranked #4,821 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Candice has 3 syllables and is pronounced k-AND-ihs, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Candice include Candy, Candi, and Candi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Candice include Candace, Candy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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