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Candelaria

Girl name

Candelaria has been given to 2,558 babies in the U.S. since 1893. It peaked in 1929. In 2025, about 1 in 57,402 girls was named Candelaria.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,558

Peak year

1929 (49 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1893

10-year trend

▲ +65%

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Candelaria — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Candelaria.

Sibling name ideas for Candelaria

Same era and popularity as Candelaria, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Candelaria?

Candelaria has been given to 2,558 babies in the U.S. since 1893. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Candelaria peak?

Candelaria peaked in 1929, when 49 babies were given the name.

Is Candelaria a girl or boy name?

Candelaria is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Candelaria are girls).

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