Candelaria
girl name#4758 in 2025Candelaria entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #1042 in 1929, ranks #4758 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1893–2025
#4758
rank today
#1042
peak (1929)
28
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1359 |
| 1900s | #1549 |
| 1910s | #1961 |
| 1920s | #1457 |
| 1930s | #1857 |
| 1940s | #2153 |
| 1950s | #3091 |
| 1960s | #4189 |
| 1970s | #3494 |
| 1980s | #3730 |
| 1990s | #3718 |
| 2000s | #4399 |
| 2010s | #6756 |
| 2020s | #5217 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Candelaria has been most popular in CA, FL, AL.
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Candelaria are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Candelaria alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Candelaria in 2025?
- Candelaria ranks #4758 among US girl names in 2025, with 28 babies given the name.
- When was the name Candelaria most popular?
- Candelaria peaked in 1929, reaching #1042 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Candelaria with classmates?
- Candelaria will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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