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Candy

Unisex

Meaning

Bright, Sweet

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈkændi/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Candy, a sweet name for a sweet pup! It's a classic, like the iconic Candy Spelling, or Candy Crush, the game we're all secretly addicted to. It's a name that promises fun, just like a kid in a candy store. Plus, it's a nod to the Latin 'candere', meaning to shine or glow - perfect for your radiant fur baby. And let's face it, who can resist a treat like Candy? It's a name that's sure to turn heads at the dog park. So, if you're after a name that's as sweet as your pup, Candy is a top pick!

Traits associated with the name Candy:

Dogs named Candy tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Candy?

It suggests that you have a sweet and playful personality and enjoy the simple things in life.

Is Candy a good dog name?

Candy has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Candy is a widely loved dog name for good reason. If you like it, go for it!

Popularity: Overall

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Candy is one of the more popular dog names out there. According to our data, Candy outranks the great majority of names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Candy was, in the past month, the 394th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Candy is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Candy was viewed 117 times, and liked 2 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Candy's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Candy is most adored in North Dakota, Pennsylvania and Washington.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New Jersey, Wyoming and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Candy.

Candy is found in these categories:

spooky

Associations with Halloween treats and potential danger from consuming too much sugar give it a chilling vibe.

dessert

It's associated with sweet treats often enjoyed after meals.

playful

Associations with sweetness, fun, and indulgence give it a playful connotation.

food

Sweet treats inspire many pet monikers, reflecting our love for indulgence.

cute

Sweet connotations and playful vibe make it an endearing canine moniker.

Dog names like Candy:

Coco

Cook. it is also used as a nickname for names long names that begin with 'co-.

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Cupcake

small cake baked in a muffin tin

Charlie

Free man

Chase

Skilled hunter or huntsman.

Chip

A word short for a chipset, or a splinter. Also the diminutive form of Charles.

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