Candace Leininger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Candace Leininger — English
79K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Candace Leininger is a name that combines English origins. The first name Candace is a feminine given name of English origin. Candace is a royal title from the Bible, ultimately deriving from the term kandake, a title for a queen or queen mother in the ancient African Kingdom of Kush; also meaning "pure and innocent". In the United States, it was a popular name during the late 1970s, throughout the 1980s, and into the early 1990s. The surname Leininger: Claus Leininger (1931–2005), German theatre director and manager Dannette Leininger (born 1963), American handball player James Leininger (born 1998), American child reincarnation case James R. Leininger, American businessman Madeleine Leininger (1925–2012), American nurse Leininger Peak, mountain of Antarctica Candace is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 79K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Candace reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Candace

English

Candace is a royal title from the Bible, ultimately deriving from the term kandake, a title for a queen or queen mother in the ancient African Kingdom of Kush; also meaning "pure and innocent". In the United States, it was a popular name during the late 1970s, throughout the 1980s, and into the early 1990s.

Surname: Leininger

English

Claus Leininger (1931–2005), German theatre director and manager Dannette Leininger (born 1963), American handball player James Leininger (born 1998), American child reincarnation case James R. Leininger, American businessman Madeleine Leininger (1925–2012), American nurse Leininger Peak, mountain of Antarctica

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Candace is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Candace by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Candace Leininger:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Candace?
The first name Candace originates from English. Candace is a royal title from the Bible, ultimately deriving from the term kandake, a title for a queen or queen mother in the ancient African Kingdom of Kush; also meaning "pure and innocent". In the United States, it was a popular name during the late 1970s, throughout the 1980s, and into the early 1990s.
When was Candace most popular?
The name Candace reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Leininger?
The surname Leininger originates from English. Claus Leininger (1931–2005), German theatre director and manager Dannette Leininger (born 1963), American handball player James Leininger (born 1998), American child reincarnation case James R. Leininger, American businessman Madeleine Leininger (1925–2012), American nurse Leininger Peak, mountain of Antarctica
How common is the surname Leininger?
The surname Leininger is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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