Candy
girl name#4546 in 2025Candy entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #278 in 1969, ranks #4546 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1896–2025
#4546
rank today
#278
peak (1969)
30
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1583 |
| 1910s | #3089 |
| 1920s | #4167 |
| 1930s | #2869 |
| 1940s | #905 |
| 1950s | #396 |
| 1960s | #337 |
| 1970s | #347 |
| 1980s | #655 |
| 1990s | #1418 |
| 2000s | #1747 |
| 2010s | #2886 |
| 2020s | #4088 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Candy has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 25,500 people named Candy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Candy alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Candy in 2025?
- Candy ranks #4546 among US girl names in 2025, with 30 babies given the name.
- When was the name Candy most popular?
- Candy peaked in 1969, reaching #278 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Candy with classmates?
- Candy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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