Amelia 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

Amelia Rank #3
Candice Rank #4,821

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #4821 for Candice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

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 Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Candice

Denise Monica Stephanie Brandon Derek

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Candice more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Candice at #4821 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Candice mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Candice means "glowing white, pure, sincere" (Latin (candidus) origin).

Are Amelia and Candice boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Candice is primarily a girl name.

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