Dominique
Dominique is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Of the Lord, belonging to God.
Origin and history
Dominique is a unisex name of French origin, derived from the Late Latin name Dominicus. It historically translates to 'of the Lord' or 'belonging to God'. In the United States, it has been used for both boys and girls, experiencing steady usage throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Popularity in the United States
23,557 babies in the United States have been named Dominique since 1880. It ranks #768 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1153.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.3 %)
- CA (9.6 %)
- GA (6.3 %)
- NC (5.6 %)
- VA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 6 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 42 |
| 1960-1970 | 197 |
| 1970-1980 | 839 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,083 |
| 1990-2000 | 10,981 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,245 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,296 |
| 2020-2029 | 863 |
Famous people named Dominique
- Dominique Wilkins: Basketball Player, Athlete
- Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie: Football Player, Athlete
Nicknames
Dom, Dommy, Nik
Fun facts
- While traditionally given to males in French-speaking regions, Dominique became popular for both boys and girls in the United States.
- It derives from the Latin word 'Dominus', which means 'lord' or 'master'.