Girl Name · Ethiopian Origin
Candice
Candice is a girl baby name of Ethiopian origin, meaning "White, pure". It currently sits in the Top 1000 tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Candice often also consider Candace.
Candice meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: White, pure
Origin: Ethiopian naming roots help connect Candice to related Ethiopian baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Candice as C·A·N·D·I·C·E, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Candice is distinctive but not obscure in the Top 1000 tier.
Candice variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Candicea, Candicee, Candicey, Candic.
- Nicknames: Cand and C.
- Middle names: Pair Candice with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Candice middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Candace, Candis, Candida, Caprice, Catrice — full picks on the sibling names for Candice guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Candice? Browse our names like Candice guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Candice
What does the name Candice mean?
Candice means "White, pure" and is of Ethiopian origin.
What is the origin of Candice?
Candice originates in Ethiopian naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Candice?
Candice has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Candice a boy's or girl's name?
Candice is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Candice in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Candice sits in the Top 1000 tier — distinctive but not obscure.
What names are similar to Candice?
Names that share Candice's sound and style include Candace, Candis, Candida, Caprice, Catrice.
What middle names pair well with Candice?
Good middle-name fits for Candice pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Candice is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Candice is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Candice?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Candice share its rhythm without rhyming — Candace, Candis, Candida all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.