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The Name Candida - Origin and Meaning of Candida
  



The Name Candida - Origin and Meaning of Candida


Gender

Feminine

Origin of the Name Candida

Latin

Usage of the Name Candida

English, Late Roman

Meaning of the Name Candida

The name Candida is derived from the Latin word "candidus" meaning "white".

Famous Bearers

Bearers of the name include Saint Candida the Elder (died 78), an early Christian saint; Candida Lycett Green (born 1942), an English journalist and author; Candida Thompson (born 1967), an English violinist.

Interesting Facts about Candida

Candida is a comedy by G. Bernard Shaw which was first published in 1898.

Names Related to Candida

List of names related to Candida.
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