White, bright, or glowing
Derived from the Latin word 'candidus', meaning dazzling white or pure. In ancient Rome, it referred to the bright white togas worn by those seeking public office, which is also the root of the word 'candidate'.
Less common today
Candida isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,781 in 1992.
American actress and producer
Acclaimed German photographer
British writer and journalist
The title character and protagonist · Candida (play by George Bernard Shaw)
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
