Domenic
Domenic is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Belonging to the Lord, of the Master.
Origin and history
Domenic is a masculine name derived from the Late Latin name Dominicus, meaning 'belonging to the Lord'. It serves as a common alternative spelling to the traditional Dominic. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady, moderate usage as a classic traditional name with Italian-American stylistic ties.
Popularity in the United States
11,066 babies in the United States have been named Domenic since 1880. It ranks #1130 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1490.
States where it is most popular
- PA (23.9 %)
- MA (22.9 %)
- NY (13 %)
- RI (9.3 %)
- CA (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 42 |
| 1910-1920 | 793 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,181 |
| 1930-1940 | 672 |
| 1940-1950 | 642 |
| 1950-1960 | 803 |
| 1960-1970 | 764 |
| 1970-1980 | 593 |
| 1980-1990 | 720 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,401 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,876 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,139 |
| 2020-2029 | 440 |
Famous people named Domenic
- Domenic DiMaggio: baseball player
Nicknames
Dom, Dommy, Nick
Fun facts
- Domenic is a frequent spelling variant of Dominic, often reflecting Italian family heritage through the Italian name Domenico.
- The root name has been used continuously in Christian traditions since the early Middle Ages.