Candelario Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Candelario is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'candle maker' or 'light'. It evolved from the Latin 'candelarius' to the modern Spanish form Candelario. The name is often linked to religious contexts involving light and candles. While it does not have a direct biblical background, it is associated with spiritual themes. Candelario has gained popularity in Spanish-speaking regions due to its cultural significance and positive connotations.
The name Candelario is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Candelario has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Candelario' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1833rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1370th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1589th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1799th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2612th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5089th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10120th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Candelario' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Candelario"
Pronunciation
/kænˈdɛl.ə.ri.oʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Candelario is derived from the Latin word 'candelarius', which means 'of or pertaining to candles'. It is linked to the Feast of the Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, also known as Candlemas.
Meaning
candle maker, light
Language Evolution
Candelarius (Latin), Candelario (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Candelario became more popular in Spanish-speaking countries due to its association with religious traditions, particularly those involving candles and light.
Variants & Derivatives
Cande, Candi, Candel
Modern Popularity & Image
Candelario is viewed positively, often associated with warmth, illumination, and spirituality due to its meaning connected to candles.
Famous People
Candelario Medinilla, a notable figure in Puerto Rican culture, Candelario Huerta, a prominent Mexican artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Candelario"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Candelario"
"Candelario" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1833rd of 7545 | 287 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1370th of 6773 | 453 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1589th of 7552 | 461 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1799th of 10718 | 401 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2612th of 16616 | 379 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5089th of 24088 | 254 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10120th of 23106 | 73 |
Regional Popularity of "Candelario" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
37.83% 895th/2366 |
56.04% 640th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
32.47% 764th/2353 |
48.74% 754th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
30.70% 876th/2853 |
40.00% 1110th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
27.83% 979th/3518 |
26.06% 1054th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
27.24% 1415th/5194 |
22.18% 1401st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
37.44% 2738th/7313 |
39.96% 2982nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Candelario" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Candelario"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Candelario" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.