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Candace Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "candace" is "queen mother", and is used often for "female".

Name
candace
Meaning
queen mother
Pronunciation
kan-dis
Used for
female
Syllables
2

Candace Name Details

The name Candace originated from the ancient Greek word 'kandake' which means 'queen mother'. In biblical times, it referred to the title given to the queen mothers of the ancient Kingdom of Kush, located in present-day Sudan. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century and is still a well-known and beloved name for girls.

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