Candis
KAN-dis
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
African
Total Births
5,164
Peak Year
#233 in 1985
First Recorded
1889
Style
Vintage, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Candis is a modern variant of Candace, derived from the ancient Cushite word 'Kandake,' a title used for the queen mothers and sisters of kings in the Kingdom of Kush (ancient Nubia).
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Candice Bergen
American actress and model
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