Caridade

The female first name Caridade is a Portuguese derivation of the Latin term Caritas, which describes one of the three central Christian virtues.

What does the name Caridade mean?

Caridade is a female first name that is considered the Portuguese variant of the Latin term Caritas. This term stands for one of the three Christian virtues, which include faith, hope, and love (Fides, Spes, and Caritas in Latin). The name is often translated as 'charity', 'religious love', or simply 'love'. Its origins lie in the Latin word cāritās, which encompasses concepts such as 'charity', 'respect', 'affection', 'mercy', and 'love'. Related name variants include Charitas, Charity, Karitas, Charite, Karita, and Carita.

Where does the name Caridade come from?

The origin of the name Caridade is Latin and means 'charity'. The Latin term cāritās consists of the meanings of charity, respect, affection, mercy, and love. Another Latin derivation is cārus, which means 'dear', 'valued', 'beloved', 'precious', or 'esteemed'. The language in which this name frequently occurs is Portuguese.

How do you pronounce Caridade?

The pronunciation of Caridade is soft and sounds open at the end. The name is usually pronounced as 'Ka-ri-da-de' [kaɾiˈðaðə]. The name begins evenly and calmly, while the additional '-de' at the end extends the sound and provides a gentle closure. This creates a harmonious impression that feels flowing and balanced.

When is the name day of Caridade?

The name day for Caridade is celebrated on August 1.

Popularity

In Germany, Caridade is a fairly common first name. In 2009, it ranked 1,234th on the list of the most common female baby names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2008 at 933rd. From 1930 to 2024, Caridade has been used as a first name in Germany, averaging at 3rd place. However, in the last ten years, no child has been named this way.