Dominic
d(o)-mi-nic
US Popularity:170
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Lordly, sovereign; Holy to the Lord, devoted to God; Of the Lord
Dominic is a masculine name of Latin origin. Coming from Dominicus, this name means "Lordly" or "sovereign," adopting the Christian meanings “of the Lord,” "holy to the Lord," and "devoted to God" in the fourth century. Dominic was traditionally given to someone born on a Sunday. Many religious figures held the name Dominic throughout the centuries, making it a wonderful way for you and baby to celebrate your faith together.
Famous People Named Dominic
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- Dominic HowardDrummer
- Dominic MonaghanActor
- Dominic SandovalDancer
- Dominic WestActor
Dominic Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Dominic is currently #522 on The Bump
Boy:Dominic is currently #148 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Dominic is currently #170 in U.S. births
Boy:Dominic is currently #67 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#170
in 2022
- 8
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Dominic
Behind the Name, Dominic, January 2019
Online Etymology Dictionary, Dominic, September 2018
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