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Candice

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Pronounced KAN-diss /ˈkæn.dɪs/High

Meaning: From Candace — the dynastic title of the queens of ancient Kush (Nubia/Ethiopia); meaning possibly 'queen mother'Low

In 30 seconds: A queen's title: Candice spells Candace — the dynastic name of Nubian queens. Regal, vintage, and warm.
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Origin MediumLatin, Ethiopian
MeaningFrom Candace — the dynastic title of the queens of ancient Kush (Nubia/Ethiopia); meaning possibly 'queen mother'
U.S. rank (2024)#4781 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births28 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1982
Total births (all-time)≈ 67,959

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198219252024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Candice is a spelling of Candace — the dynastic title of the queens of ancient Kush (Nubia), possibly meaning 'queen mother' (a Candace is mentioned in Acts; the exact etymology is debated, which we note). A regal, vintage name (actress Candice Bergen).

It registers thinly today. Rare now, a-queen's-title at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Candace was the hereditary title of the queens of ancient Kush (Nubia/Ethiopia) — possibly 'queen mother'; a Candace appears in the New Testament. Candice is the -ice spelling.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name — Candace — etymology debated

Variations

CandaceKandiceCandis

Nicknames

CandyCandi

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If you like Candice…

Candace— the standard form
Clarice— a companion -ice name
Bernice— another -ice vintage name
Cadence— another Latin name
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Candice mean?

Candice spells Candace — the dynastic title of ancient Nubian queens, possibly 'queen mother'.

How do you pronounce Candice?

It's said KAN-diss /ˈkæn.dɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Candice a boy or girl name?

Candice is a girl's name.

How popular is Candice?

Candice is a rare name in the U.S. today.

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