White, pure, or glowing
A variant of Candace, derived from the ancient Ethiopian title 'Kandake' used for queens. It eventually evolved through Latin and Greek to imply purity and brilliance.
Less common today
Candis isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,482 in 1990.
American actress and performance artist
Character in the comedy series 'Portlandia' · Portlandia
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
