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Candy
GirlMeaning of Candy: English: 'sweet'
Candy is a girl's name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 4361st most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#4361
30 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
28,625
First recorded 1896 · peak 1970
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
0% boys · 100% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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