How Many People Are Named Kandace?
Complete statistics for the name Kandace: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Kandace, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 54,940 Americans today, making it truly unique. With around 6,007 people named Kandace alive in the US, this name peaked in popularity back in 1988.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity and self-expression.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 41All 6,315 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1988Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Kandace Through the Generations
Kandace has seen its peak in 1988 when 279 babies were given this name, marking a high point in its usage. Over the decades, the name has maintained a steady presence, with a current trend showing a slight decline. The age distribution among those named Kandace is fairly even, with 20% under 30, 67% aged 30-60, and 13% over 60, indicating a broad generational appeal.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Kandace's American roots
📄 About the Name Kandace
How Many People Have the Name Kandace?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,007 people in the United States currently share the name Kandace. That works out to roughly 1 in every 54,940 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Kandace a Common or Rare Name?
Kandace is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Kandace Mean?
Kandace means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from American origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Kandace in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Kandace Most Popular?
The name Kandace reached peak popularity in 1988, with 279 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Kandace?
Approximately 6,007 people named Kandace live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,315. That works out to roughly 1 in 54,940 Americans.
Is Kandace a rare name?
Kandace is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 54,940 Americans has this name.
What does the name Kandace mean?
Kandace means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from American origins.
Is Kandace more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Kandace are male and 100% are female.
When was Kandace most popular?
Kandace peaked in 1988 with 279 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.