Alysia vs Candice

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Candice

Girl #4,821 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"glowing white, pure, sincere"

Origin: Latin (candidus)

Cultural Roots

English American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,821
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Candy, Candi, Candi

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alysia Rank #4,828
Candice Rank #4,821

Candice is more popular, ranked #4821 vs #4828 for Alysia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alysia ___

  • Alysia Rose
  • Alysia Grace
  • Alysia Marie
  • Alysia Kate
  • Alysia Jane
  • Alysia Claire

Candice ___

  • Candice Marie
  • Candice Nicole
  • Candice Lynn
  • Candice Ann
  • Candice Joy
  • Candice Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alysia

Alicia Elysia Calista Lysander Cassidy

If you choose Candice

Denise Monica Stephanie Brandon Derek

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alysia or Candice more popular?

Candice is more popular, ranked #4821 compared to Alysia at #4828 in the United States.

What do Alysia and Candice mean?

Alysia means "noble and kind" (Old Germanic via Latin origin). Candice means "glowing white, pure, sincere" (Latin (candidus) origin).

Are Alysia and Candice boy or girl names?

Alysia is primarily a girl name. Candice is primarily a girl name.

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