Candace

American  

[kan-dis, kan-duh-see, kan-dey-see] / ˈkæn dɪs, ˈkæn dəˌsi, kænˈdeɪ si /

noun

1. a female given name: from a Greek word meaning “glowing.”

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Example Sentences

"Actually, to me, the First Lady of France is a far more beautiful woman than Candace, in fact, it's not even close!"

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

That was followed by a picture of the rapper alongside conservative commentator Candace Owens, wearing one of his T-shirts.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

“The Madison” adds to Sheridan’s oeuvre by following the same urban flight fantasy that Hallmark was known for in its Candace Cameron Bure era.

From Salon • Mar. 23, 2026

Two years later, Candace Parker won the annual Slam Dunk Contest, defeating, among others, JR Smith and Josh Smith, both of whom would be NBA first-round picks within months.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

"Found this in my mother's bathroom," Candace explained as they walked up to the corner, where Ms. Post, the crossing guard, stood.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds