Candace
Candace is a Christian girl name of Meroitic (Kush), via Greek origin, meaning “Queen; royal title of Kush”.
| Meaning | Queen; royal title of Kush |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Meroitic (Kush), via Greek |
| Pronunciation | KAN-dus |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Candace
Candace comes from Kandake, the title of queens and queen mothers in the ancient kingdom of Kush, in present-day Sudan. Greek and Roman writers took it to be a personal name. In the Acts of the Apostles, Philip baptises an official of 'Candace, queen of the Ethiopians'. The popular explanation 'white, pure' comes from a mistaken link with Latin candidus. The name became popular in the United States in the 1970s and 1980s.
Is Candace a Christian name?
Candace appears in the New Testament, in the account in Acts 8 of the Ethiopian official baptised by Philip, which gives it a biblical association for Christians.
How popular is Candace?
Most popular among women born in the 1970s and 1980s.
Gifts with the name Candace
- Candace name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Candace baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Candace
Names similar to Candace
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Candace mean?
Candace means 'Queen; royal title of Kush'. It is of Meroitic (Kush), via Greek origin.
Is Candace a Christian name?
Candace appears in the New Testament, in the account in Acts 8 of the Ethiopian official baptised by Philip, which gives it a biblical association for Christians.
How do you pronounce Candace?
Candace is pronounced KAN-dus.
Is Candace a boy or girl name?
Candace is usually a girl name.