Feminine of Blandinus (flattering; charming)
Name Profile
Candid
A deep dive into the meaning, heritage, and daily usability of the name Candid.
Primary meaning
White; pure; sincere (masculine)
Pronunciation: KAN-did
Profile summary
From Latin 'candidus' meaning 'white,' 'pure,' or 'sincere.' Name of several early Christian saints. Rare as a given name. The current meaning shown for this name is White; pure; sincere (masculine). The catalog pronunciation is listed as KAN-did. It is listed alongside the related form Candido. Candid appears in boy naming lists and vintage style collections, which can help when comparing nearby options in the same catalog group.
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Etymology note
Candid is currently cataloged under Latin (roman) origin, and this page describes its meaning as White; pure; sincere (masculine).
Origin note
This profile is grouped under Latin (roman) origin.
Usage note
In this catalog, Candid is grouped as a vintage boy name. Related form for this profile: Candido. That combination can help when comparing style-led and gender-led shortlist pages.
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