Kandice
Greek/Nubian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kandice
Kandice is a modern English variant spelling of Candace, derived from the Greek name Kandakē (Κανδάκη), which means "glittering" or "incandescent" and has roots in Kush/Nubian royal titles.
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Etymology
Kandice is a modern English variant spelling of Candace, derived from the Greek name Kandakē (Κανδάκη), which means "glittering" or "incandescent" and has roots in Kush/Nubian royal titles. The name is used primarily in English-speaking cultures and Christian communities, with historical significance as the name of a Nubian queen mentioned in the New Testament (Acts 8:27).
Kandice currently ranks #9,290 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1985.
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