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Name Origin

Kandi is a modern given name, likely a diminutive or nickname form of Candace. Candace has Greek origins and means 'white' or 'shining'. Kandi therefore carries connotations of brightness, purity, and perhaps even sparkle.

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Famous People

Kandi Burruss (1976-)

Singer, songwriter, television personality

  • Member of the R&B group Xscape
  • Grammy Award winner for her songwriting on TLC's hit song 'No Scrubs'
  • Star of the reality TV series 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta'