Kandi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kandi has its roots in modern English, deriving from the ancient title Candace, which was used for Ethiopian queens. The meaning of Kandi relates to sweetness and purity. The name has evolved from Candace to the contemporary form Kandi. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with a youthful and playful image. There is no biblical relevance to the name, and notable individuals include Kandi Burruss and Kandi Kane.
The name Kandi is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest 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, Kandi 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, 'Kandi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8414th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1265th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 855th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1541st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7832nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17255th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kandi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kandi"
Pronunciation
/ˈkændi/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Kandi is often considered a diminutive of the name Candace, which has roots in the ancient title used by Ethiopian queens. The name has also been associated with the word 'candy', reflecting a sweet and playful connotation.
Meaning
sweet, pure, radiant
Language Evolution
Candace, Kandace, Kandi
Historical Usage
The name Kandi gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a trendy and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Candy, Kandace, Candie
Modern Popularity & Image
Kandi is perceived as a playful and modern name, often associated with youthfulness and fun.
Famous People
Kandi Burruss, Kandi Kane
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kandi"
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 "Kandi"
"Kandi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8414th of 9204 | 9 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1265th of 12526 | 1,280 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 855th of 19264 | 2,509 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1541st of 27321 | 1,484 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7832nd of 35406 | 226 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17255th of 30306 | 39 |
Regional Popularity of "Kandi" 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 "Kandi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
42.21% 940th/2227 |
62.51% 1519th/2430 |
50.23% 1433rd/2853 |
32.36% 898th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
24.79% 728th/2937 |
41.43% 1443rd/3483 |
26.72% 940th/3518 |
22.63% 915th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.58% 1348th/3685 |
60.65% 2714th/4475 |
22.93% 1191st/5194 |
45.75% 2890th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kandi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kandi" 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.