Candido is a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman word 'candidus' meaning 'white' or 'bright'. It often symbolizes purity, innocence, and honesty.
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Famous People
Candido Camero (1921-)
Musician
Renowned conga player and bandleader
Performed with jazz legends like Dizzy Gillespie and Machito
Candido Portinari (1903-1962)
Painter
Leading figure in Brazilian modernism
Known for his social realist paintings depicting the lives of ordinary Brazilians