Candy

Girl's name

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.

Meaning Queen mother
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 40 Falling
Peak year 1970

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With C

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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."

Sisters for Candy

Girl names closely related to Candy

Jocelin Dolores Thania Yamila Elisabet Jamilet Cinthya Saray

Brothers for Candy

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

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