A 1880s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Candido since 1880
Babies named Candido per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1996, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Candido's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 6 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 94 |
| 1920s | 165 |
| 1930s | 152 |
| 1940s | 137 |
| 1950s | 180 |
| 1960s | 275 |
| 1970s | 239 |
| 1980s | 232 |
| 1990s | 256 |
| 2000s | 207 |
| 2010s | 105 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Candido is an Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese name derived from the Latin Candidus, meaning 'white' or 'bright.' The name has ancient roots, used as a Roman cognomen and borne by an early Christian martyr, Saint Candidus. In the United States, Candido has never been common; it first appeared in 1880 with a rank of 10,695 and a frequency of 1 in 284,679 boys. The name has experienced a rise in interest since 2020, though it remains a rare choice. Its peak usage was in 1880, reflecting a modest revival trend in recent years. Candido is a classic name with a virtuous meaning, often associated with brightness and purity.
Candido derives from the Latin name Candidus, meaning 'white, bright, pure.' It was used as a cognomen in ancient Rome. The name is closely associated with Saint Candidus, an early Christian martyr venerated in the Catholic Church. In Italy, Spain, and Portugal, Candido has been in use since medieval times, though it remains a less common choice. The feminine form Candida is more widespread.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Candi, Cando, Dido
Variants: Cándido, Candidus
Sibling names for Candido
Names that share Candido's style, for a brother or sister.
