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Candelaria
Pronounced kan-deh-LAH-ree-ah /ˌkɑn.dɛˈlɑ.ri.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: From Spanish Candelaria — 'Candlemas; the candles' (a title of the Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Candelaria), from Latin candela, 'a candle'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Candelaria comes from Spanish Candelaria — 'Candlemas; the candles', a title of the Virgin Mary (Our Lady of Candelaria), from Latin candela, 'a candle'. A devout, luminous name across the Spanish-speaking world (the patroness of the Canary Islands).
In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, the-candles at the root, and luminous.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Candelaria mean?
Candelaria is Spanish for 'Candlemas; the candles' — a title of the Virgin Mary.
How do you pronounce Candelaria?
It's said kan-deh-LAH-ree-ah /ˌkɑn.dɛˈlɑ.ri.ɑ/ — five syllables, stress on the fourth.
Is Candelaria a boy or girl name?
Candelaria is a girl's name.
How popular is Candelaria?
Candelaria is a rare name in the U.S.