Candace
girl name#3167 in 2025Candace entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #102 in 1984, ranks #3167 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
#3167
rank today
#102
peak (1984)
50
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #925 |
| 1890s | #1293 |
| 1900s | #1588 |
| 1910s | #2412 |
| 1920s | #2617 |
| 1930s | #2396 |
| 1940s | #539 |
| 1950s | #220 |
| 1960s | #289 |
| 1970s | #212 |
| 1980s | #115 |
| 1990s | #304 |
| 2000s | #903 |
| 2010s | #2071 |
| 2020s | #2944 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Candace has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 77,000 people named Candace are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Candace alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Candace in 2025?
- Candace ranks #3167 among US girl names in 2025, with 50 babies given the name.
- When was the name Candace most popular?
- Candace peaked in 1984, reaching #102 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Candace with classmates?
- Candace will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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