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By Linda Rosenkrantz · Jul 2026

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Candide

OriginFrench from Latin
Meaning"naive"
GenderGirl
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About Candide

Variation of Candida

Candide in pop culture

  • Candide

    satirical novel by Voltaire and its (male) main character

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