What Candelaria means
Candelaria is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning "candle". It comes from Spanish candela (candle), from Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria (Our Lady of Candlemas); Latin candela. It is pronounced kan-deh-LAH-ree-ah.
Candlemas, February 2, is a major Mexican family holiday when the Niño Dios is dressed and tamales are shared.
Nicknames in Mexico: Cande, Candelita. See the guide to Mexican nicknames.
Popularity: known but uncommon in Mexico.
