Meaning & History
Means "Candlemas" in Spanish, ultimately derived from Spanish candela "candle". This name is given in honour of the church festival of Candlemas, which commemorates the presentation of Christ in the temple and the purification of the Virgin Mary.
Related Names
Masculine FormsCandelario, Cande
User SubmissionsCandelária, Candelària
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Name Days
Spain: February 2
Images
Presentation of Christ at the Temple by Hans Holbein the Elder (1501)Presentation of Christ at the Temple by Hans Holbein the Elder (1501)
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Entry updated February 28, 2019