Candelaria
kahn-deh-LAH-ree-ah
Popularity
#5165
Letters
10
Syllables
5
Origin
Spanish
Total Births
2,530
Peak Year
#49 in 1929
First Recorded
1893
Style
Spiritual & Biblical
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Candelaria is a Spanish name meaning 'Candlemas,' referring to the Purification of the Virgin Mary and the presentation of Jesus in the Temple.
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Candelaria Molfese
Argentinian actress and singer
Personality Traits
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