Candi
Candi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Candi
- A diminutive of the female given name Candace.
Etymology
A less common spelling of Candy.
How popular is Candi?
Since 1880, 7,356 girls in the U.S. have been named Candi. Its highest rank for girls was #527 in 1980. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Candi
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Sibling name ideas for Candi
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Candi FAQ
What does the name Candi mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Candace. A less common spelling of Candy.
How popular is the name Candi?
Since 1880, 7,356 girls in the U.S. have been named Candi. Its highest rank for girls was #527 in 1980. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Candi a boy or girl name?
Candi is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,356 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.