Candace
boy nameCandace entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #2824 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1949–2025
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rank today
#2824
peak (1984)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3690 |
| 1950s | #3633 |
| 1960s | #3548 |
| 1970s | #5332 |
| 1980s | #4336 |
| 1990s | #7326 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Candace are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Candace alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Candace most popular?
- Candace peaked in 1984, reaching #2824 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Candace with classmates?
- Candace will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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