Candice vs Mayve

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

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Mayve

Girl #4,780 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"she who intoxicates, intoxicating one"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,780
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
May, Maie, Maykins

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Popularity Comparison

Candice Rank #4,821
Mayve Rank #4,780

Mayve is more popular, ranked #4780 vs #4821 for Candice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Candice ___

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

Mayve ___

  • Mayve Rose
  • Mayve Grace
  • Mayve Eileen
  • Mayve Catherine
  • Mayve Brigid
  • Mayve Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Candice

Denise Monica Stephanie Brandon Derek

If you choose Mayve

Aoife Saoirse Niamh Fionnuala Conor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Candice or Mayve more popular?

Mayve is more popular, ranked #4780 compared to Candice at #4821 in the United States.

What do Candice and Mayve mean?

Candice means "glowing white, pure, sincere" (Latin (candidus) origin). Mayve means "she who intoxicates, intoxicating one" (Old Irish origin).

Are Candice and Mayve boy or girl names?

Candice is primarily a girl name. Mayve is primarily a girl name.

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