Kandy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kandy is an English name derived from the word for sweet confections, reflecting a joyful and delightful nature. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with terms denoting sweetness. The name does not have biblical relevance but has gained popularity in modern times as a charming and playful name.
The name Kandy is most popular in Ohio, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Kandy 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, 'Kandy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5501st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 915th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 978th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2989th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6629th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15602nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kandy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kandy"
Pronunciation
/ˈkændi/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Kandy is believed to be derived from the word 'candy', which refers to sweet confections. The term itself has roots in various languages and cultures, often associated with sweetness and delight.
Meaning
sweet, confection
Language Evolution
Candy (English), Candie (Old French), Candia (Latin), Kandia (Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Kandy gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Western cultures, as a playful and affectionate name often used for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Candy, Candace, Kandice
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kandy is viewed as a cheerful and light-hearted name, often associated with sweetness and charm. It is frequently used in pop culture and has a whimsical connotation.
Famous People
Kandyse McClure - Canadian actress, Kandyse - a character in various media
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kandy"
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 "Kandy"
"Kandy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5501st of 9204 | 41 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 915th of 12526 | 2,287 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 978th of 19264 | 2,069 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2989th of 27321 | 568 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6629th of 35406 | 285 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15602nd of 30306 | 50 |
Regional Popularity of "Kandy" 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 "Kandy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
32.11% 715th/2227 |
43.00% 1045th/2430 |
38.00% 1084th/2853 |
28.43% 789th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
28.91% 849th/2937 |
40.40% 1407th/3483 |
26.18% 921st/3518 |
33.51% 1355th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
47.15% 2449th/5194 |
50.12% 3166th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
53.89% 4022nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kandy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kandy" 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.