Candelario
Candelario is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Of the Candlemas feast; associated with candles or light.
Origin and history
Candelario is a traditional Spanish male name derived from Candelaria, referencing the Christian Feast of the Purification of the Virgin Mary, also known as Candlemas. It has a long history of traditional use in Spanish-speaking regions and communities. In the United States, it is a relatively rare classic choice with steady, low-frequency historical usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,319 babies in the United States have been named Candelario since 1880. It ranks #2687 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1894.
States where it is most popular
- TX (74.6 %)
- CA (22.5 %)
- NM (2.2 %)
- CO (0.38 %)
- AZ (0.32 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 82 |
| 1920-1930 | 269 |
| 1930-1940 | 231 |
| 1940-1950 | 260 |
| 1950-1960 | 267 |
| 1960-1970 | 188 |
| 1970-1980 | 263 |
| 1980-1990 | 241 |
| 1990-2000 | 238 |
| 2000-2010 | 157 |
| 2010-2019 | 85 |
| 2020-2029 | 33 |
Famous people named Candelario
- Candelario Obeso: Poet, Writer
Nicknames
Cande, Cando
Fun facts
- Traditionally given to boys born around February 2, the Feast of the Purification or Candlemas.
- Traces back to the Latin word 'candela', meaning candle or glowing light.