Candelaria - Name Meaning and Origin

The girl's name Candelaria \c(a)-ndela-ria, can-de-laria\ is of Spanish origin. Relates to the Feast of Candlemass, on February 2, commemorating Christ's presentation at the Temple. Candela is the Spanish variant.

Candelaria has 3 variant forms: Candelara, Candelarea and Candeloria.

Candelaria is a popular female first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Candelaria. Click here to compare Candelaria with related baby names.