Candy
c(a)-ndy,
can-dy
US Popularity:6561
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Queen mother; Crystallized sugar
Any parent will tell you that the arrival of a newborn baby is one of the sweetest moments a person can experience! So why not choose a fittingly darling name like Candy? This girl's name stems from British, Greek, and Cushitic (Afro-Asiatic) roots and is a diminutive of Candace, meaning “queen mother.” Its use may also be inspired by the English word “candy,” which itself means “crystallized sugar.” More than just a sweet treat, Candy denotes a little one with a divine and regal air.
Famous People Named Candy
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- John CandyComedian
How Popular Is The Name Candy?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Candy is currently #3932 on The Bump
Girl:Candy is currently #2632 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Candy is currently #6561 in U.S. births
Girl:Candy is currently #3765 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#3765
in 2023
+ 622
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Candy, July 2009
Behind the Name, Candace, October 2024
Name Doctor, Candace
Online Etymology Dictionary, candy (n.), November 2017
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