Candie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Candie originates from the Latin word 'candidus', meaning 'bright' or 'glowing'. It evolved from Candidus to Candida and finally to Candie in modern English. It embodies traits of purity and cheerfulness. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name. Candie gained popularity in the 20th century and is often seen as a sweet and charming name. Notable people with this name include Candie Adams and Candie Hargrove.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Candie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkændi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Candie is derived from the Latin word 'candidus', which means 'bright' or 'glowing'. It is often associated with purity and clarity.
Meaning
bright, glowing, pure
Language Evolution
Candidus (Latin), Candida (Latin), Candie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine name, often associated with sweetness and charm.
Variants & Derivatives
Candy, Candi, Candice
Modern Popularity & Image
Candie is often perceived as a playful and sweet name, commonly associated with positive and cheerful traits.
Famous People
Candie Adams, an American actress, Candie Hargrove, a noted philanthropist
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 113 peak births in 1984
Geographic Spread
Popular across 23 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Candie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Candie"
"Candie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7328th of 9204 | 15 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1619th of 12526 | 793 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1424th of 19264 | 1,180 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2228th of 27321 | 860 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11207th of 35406 | 132 |
Regional Popularity of "Candie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Candie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
60.08% 1338th/2227 |
81.69% 1985th/2430 |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
55.96% 1553rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
47.12% 1384th/2937 |
65.52% 2282nd/3483 |
48.04% 1690th/3518 |
39.09% 1581st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
72.86% 2685th/3685 |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
32.25% 1675th/5194 |
41.22% 2604th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Candie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Candie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Candie" in the United States
The name Candie is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Candie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Candie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7328th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1619th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1424th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2228th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11207th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Candie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.