Rhythm, flow, or beat
Candence is a modern variation of the word name Cadence, which refers to the rhythmic flow of sounds or language. While less common than its counterpart, it evokes a sense of musicality and grace. It is often chosen by parents who appreciate the phonetic structure of names like Candace but prefer the contemporary feel of rhythmic word names.
Less common today
Candence isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,583 in 2005.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).