What does the name Candy mean?

The name Candy means "Queen mother".

What is the origin of the name Candy?

Candy is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Candy?

In 2023, 40 babies were named Candy in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Is Candy a girl's name?

Yes, Candy is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Candy

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Births Last Year: 40 ↘

All-Time Total: 28,490

Peak Year: 1970

Candy is a modern English name derived from the word "candy," which means "sweet confection." It does not have a traditional historical or mythological origin.

Notable Namesakes

Candy Dulfer - Dutch saxophonist known for jazz and funk music.
Candy Spelling - American author and widow of TV producer.
Candy Chang - American artist known for public installations.
Candy Lo - Hong Kong singer-songwriter and actress.
Candy Pangilinan - Filipina actress and comedian.
Candy Clark - American actress known for "American Graffiti."
Candy Crowley - American journalist and news anchor.
Candy Johnson - American dancer and actress in 1960s films.
Candy Moore - American actress known for "The Lucy Show."

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Candy

Jocelin Dolores Thania Yamila Elisabet Jamilet Cinthya Saray

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Candy

Caesar Nery Oswaldo Aldair Nestor Lisandro Ceasar Geovani

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Candy

Candace Candi Candice Kandace Kandice

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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