Candelaria Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkan-deh-LAHR-ee-ah / kæn.dəˈlɑː.ri.əSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: 'candle'; Latin: 'light'
Historical & Cultural Background
Candelaria is derived from the Spanish word for 'candle', which is associated with the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, also known as Candlemas. This name is often given in honor of the Virgin of Candelaria, a popular figure in various Latin American cultures. The name is particularly common in regions with strong Spanish influence.
Trend Summary
Candelaria has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cande
- Candela
International Variants
- Candelaria (Spanish)
- Candelária (Portuguese)
Famous people named Candelaria
Candelaria Tinelli is an Argentine television personality and businesswoman known for her work in fashion and media.
Candelaria Martínez is a Mexican artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Candelaria
Candelaria is a character in the novel 'La Casa de los Espíritus' by Isabel Allende, representing themes of family and tradition.
Candelaria appears in the animated series 'El Chavo del 8' as a supporting character known for her humorous interactions.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Candelaria was first seen in the United States in 1893. Candelaria has ranked as high as #822 nationally, which occurred in 1929, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Candelaria has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Candelaria (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1907 | 10 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 12 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 27 |
| 1920 | 35 |
| 1921 | 31 |
| 1922 | 30 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 35 |
| 1925 | 34 |
| 1926 | 28 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 32 |
| 1929 | 49 |
| 1930 | 39 |
| 1931 | 21 |
| 1932 | 24 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 27 |
| 1935 | 20 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 21 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 23 |
| 1945 | 19 |
| 1946 | 19 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 20 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 22 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 26 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 27 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 32 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 25 |