Kandida

The name Kandida is a variant of Candida, which is regarded as the feminine form of the Roman name Candidus. Its meaning can be translated as "the White", "the Pure", "the Brightly Shining", and also as "the Honest".

What does the name Kandida mean?

Kandida is a feminine form of the name Candida, which is a female variant of the Roman name Candidus. The translation of the name means "the White", "the Pure", "the Brightly Shining" and can also be interpreted freely as "the Honest". In reference to the similarly sounding English name Candy, it is sometimes interpreted as "the Sweet". The origin of the name lies in the Latin word candidus, which stands for "dazzling white", "spotless", "bright", "cheerful", "shining", "pure", "glossy", and "honest". Another well-known variant is Candidia.

Where does the name Kandida come from?

The name Kandida is of Latin origin and means "the Pure" or "the White". The etymology traces back to the Latin word candidus, which means "dazzling white", "spotless", "bright", "cheerful", "shining", "pure", "glossy", and "honest". Languages in which this name occurs include German, Latin, Macedonian, Russian, and Hungarian.

How do you pronounce Kandida?

The pronunciation of the name Kandida is three syllables and open. In German, it is usually pronounced as "Kan-di-da" [ˈkandida], creating a clear and bright sound. The rhythmic syllable sequence and the repetition of the D sound give the name stability and make it clear, powerful, and tradition-conscious.

When is the name day of Kandida?

The name day for Kandida is celebrated on September 20.

Popularity

In Germany, Kandida is considered a rare first name that has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. Its best ranking in the USA was in 1973 at position 5,579. Between 1930 and 2024, Kandida was chosen as a first name about 20 times in the USA, earning it the 9,085th position. However, in the last ten years, it has not been given to any children in the USA.