Kandace Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kandace is an African name meaning 'queen mother' or 'the great woman,' derived from the title used by queens in the ancient Kingdom of Kush. The name has evolved through variations like Candace and Kandis. It is associated with strong, regal traits and gained popularity in the 20th century. There is no biblical background related to the name.
The name Kandace is most popular in Louisiana, 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, Kandace 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, 'Kandace' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7516th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1652nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1466th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 910th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2605th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6374th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kandace' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kandace"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæn.deɪs/
Origin
African
Etymology
Kandace is derived from the ancient title used by the queens of the Kingdom of Kush in Nubia, which is located in present-day Sudan. The name is believed to mean 'queen mother' or 'the great woman.'
Meaning
queen mother, great woman
Language Evolution
Candace, Kandace, Kandis
Historical Usage
The name Kandace gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in African American communities, as a modern variation of the historical name Candace.
Variants & Derivatives
Candace, Kandis, Kandy
Modern Popularity & Image
Kandace is perceived as a strong and regal name, often associated with empowerment and leadership.
Famous People
Kandace Springs, an American jazz singer and songwriter., Kandace Parker, a professional basketball player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kandace"
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 "Kandace"
"Kandace" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7516th of 9204 | 13 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1652nd of 12526 | 768 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1466th of 19264 | 1,129 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 910th of 27321 | 3,152 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2605th of 35406 | 1,025 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6374th of 30306 | 228 |
Regional Popularity of "Kandace" 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 "Kandace" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
68.66% 1529th/2227 |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
56.32% 1563rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
51.04% 1499th/2937 |
- |
40.11% 1411th/3518 |
42.73% 1728th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.51% 940th/3685 |
45.77% 2048th/4475 |
12.94% 672nd/5194 |
19.93% 1259th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.63% 3099th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
32.44% 2372nd/7313 |
43.51% 3247th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kandace"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kandace" 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.