Candida Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAN-di-da / /ˈkæn.dɪ.də/Latin
Meaning
pure; innocent
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Candida is derived from the Latin word 'candidus,' meaning white or bright. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts, where it symbolizes purity. The name has historical significance in literature and religious texts, often associated with virtuous characters.
Trend Summary
The name Candida has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Candi
- Candy
International Variants
- Candida (Italian)
- Candide (French)
Famous people named Candida
Candida Höfer is a German photographer known for her large-scale photographs of interiors.
Candida Moss is a British theologian and author, recognized for her work on early Christianity.
Candida B. is an American artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Candida
Candida is a character in the play 'Candida' by George Bernard Shaw, representing a strong and independent woman.
Candida is a character in the book 'The Last Unicorn' by Peter S. Beagle, serving as a symbol of purity and hope.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Candida was first seen in the United States in 1900. Candida has ranked as high as #902 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Candida has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Candida (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 20 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 24 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 26 |
| 1925 | 23 |
| 1926 | 23 |
| 1927 | 20 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 22 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 36 |
| 1948 | 27 |
| 1949 | 31 |
| 1950 | 30 |
| 1951 | 26 |
| 1952 | 27 |
| 1953 | 35 |
| 1954 | 42 |
| 1955 | 32 |
| 1956 | 34 |
| 1957 | 34 |
| 1958 | 28 |
| 1959 | 32 |
| 1960 | 26 |
| 1961 | 26 |
| 1962 | 29 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 35 |
| 1965 | 24 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 37 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 30 |
| 1970 | 95 |
| 1971 | 222 |
| 1972 | 170 |
| 1973 | 163 |
| 1974 | 139 |
| 1975 | 161 |
| 1976 | 149 |
| 1977 | 102 |
| 1978 | 101 |
| 1979 | 90 |
| 1980 | 97 |
| 1981 | 84 |
| 1982 | 64 |
| 1983 | 48 |
| 1984 | 54 |
| 1985 | 43 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 37 |
| 1988 | 42 |
| 1989 | 48 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 43 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |