Dominique Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdoh-mih-NEEK / /dɔː.mɪˈniːk/French; Latin
Meaning
French: 'of the Lord'; Latin: 'belonging to the Lord'
Historical & Cultural Background
Dominique is derived from the Latin name Dominicus, which means 'of the Lord'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in France, where it is commonly given to both boys and girls. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is often associated with strength and leadership. It is also linked to Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order.
Trend Summary
Dominique has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dominique
- Dom
International Variants
- Dominique (French)
- Dominika (Polish)
- Dominique (Dutch)
- Dominica (Italian)
Famous people named Dominique
Dominique Wilkins is a former professional basketball player known for his time with the Atlanta Hawks.
Dominique Moceanu is an Olympic gymnast who was part of the U.S. women's gymnastics team that won gold in 1996.
Dominique Sanda is a French actress recognized for her roles in films such as 'The Conformist'.
Dominique Strauss-Kahn is a French economist and former managing director of the International Monetary Fund.
Fictional characters named Dominique
Dominique Deveraux is a character in the television series 'Dynasty', known for her glamorous and scheming personality.
Dominique is a character in the novel 'The Fountainhead' by Ayn Rand, representing a complex figure in the narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dominique was first seen in the United States in 1949. Dominique has ranked as high as #173 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Dominique has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dominique (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 23 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 43 |
| 1959 | 37 |
| 1960 | 38 |
| 1961 | 41 |
| 1962 | 49 |
| 1963 | 76 |
| 1964 | 114 |
| 1965 | 97 |
| 1966 | 116 |
| 1967 | 145 |
| 1968 | 137 |
| 1969 | 132 |
| 1970 | 156 |
| 1971 | 158 |
| 1972 | 167 |
| 1973 | 206 |
| 1974 | 212 |
| 1975 | 193 |
| 1976 | 283 |
| 1977 | 293 |
| 1978 | 294 |
| 1979 | 327 |
| 1980 | 315 |
| 1981 | 393 |
| 1982 | 450 |
| 1983 | 454 |
| 1984 | 1,254 |
| 1985 | 3,299 |
| 1986 | 2,944 |
| 1987 | 2,444 |
| 1988 | 1,905 |
| 1989 | 1,641 |
| 1990 | 1,946 |
| 1991 | 2,406 |
| 1992 | 2,885 |
| 1993 | 2,705 |
| 1994 | 2,389 |
| 1995 | 2,278 |
| 1996 | 2,547 |
| 1997 | 2,670 |
| 1998 | 2,159 |
| 1999 | 1,664 |
| 2000 | 1,264 |
| 2001 | 1,043 |
| 2002 | 829 |
| 2003 | 673 |
| 2004 | 587 |
| 2005 | 543 |
| 2006 | 458 |
| 2007 | 385 |
| 2008 | 376 |
| 2009 | 278 |
| 2010 | 288 |
| 2011 | 208 |
| 2012 | 214 |
| 2013 | 201 |
| 2014 | 144 |
| 2015 | 137 |
| 2016 | 157 |
| 2017 | 138 |
| 2018 | 122 |
| 2019 | 100 |
| 2020 | 88 |
| 2021 | 89 |
| 2022 | 82 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 70 |