noun

Candace

KAN-dihs

Candace (noun) means a female given name of Greek origin. Example: “Candace started university this September.”

noun

A female given name of Greek origin.

"Candace started university this September."

A traditional title for queens or queen mothers of the ancient Nubian kingdom of Kush.

"Ancient texts describe a powerful Candace who ruled Kush."

How to use Candace

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA common woman's first name that also has a historical meaning as a royal Nubian title.

Word forms

Candaces plural, candaces plural

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Etymology

Via Latin from Greek Kandake, itself from a Meroitic royal title used by Nubian queens.

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for Candace

ace face race pace mace lace Jace peace space trace grace place

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Candace” mean?

The word “Candace” means a female given name of Greek origin. In plain terms, a common woman's first name that also has a historical meaning as a royal Nubian title.

How do you pronounce “Candace”?

“Candace” is pronounced KAN-dihs (/ˈkæn.dɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Candace” in a sentence?

Here is “Candace” used in a sentence: “Candace started university this September.”

What part of speech is “Candace”?

“Candace” is a noun.

Where does the word “Candace” come from?

The word “Candace” comes from Latin. Via Latin from Greek Kandake, itself from a Meroitic royal title used by Nubian queens.

How many meanings does “Candace” have?

“Candace” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name of Greek origin.