Dominik Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOM-uh-nik / /ˈdɒm.ɪ.nɪk/Latin; Slavic
Meaning
Latin: belonging to the Lord; Slavic: of the people
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dominik is derived from the Latin name Dominicus, which means 'belonging to the Lord.' It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts due to its association with Saint Dominic. In Slavic regions, the name has also been popularized and adapted, reflecting local linguistic traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Dominik has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dominique
- Dom
International Variants
- Dominique (French)
- Domenico (Italian)
- Domenik (Slavic)
Famous people named Dominik
Dominik Hasek is a retired Czech professional ice hockey goaltender, known for his outstanding career in the NHL.
Dominik Szoboszlai is a Hungarian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder.
Dominik Thiem is an Austrian professional tennis player, recognized for winning the US Open in 2020.
Dominik Mysterio is an American professional wrestler, known for his appearances in WWE.
Fictional characters named Dominik
Dominik is a character in the video game series 'Hitman,' serving as an antagonist.
Dominik is a character in the film 'The Last Stand,' portrayed as a key figure in the plot.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dominik was first seen in the United States in 1916. Dominik has ranked as high as #867 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, New York, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Dominik has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dominik (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 34 | |
| CA | 23 | |
| IL | 20 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| MI | 10 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 44 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 74 |
| 1993 | 105 |
| 1994 | 94 |
| 1995 | 118 |
| 1996 | 127 |
| 1997 | 165 |
| 1998 | 167 |
| 1999 | 199 |
| 2000 | 193 |
| 2001 | 242 |
| 2002 | 377 |
| 2003 | 345 |
| 2004 | 326 |
| 2005 | 359 |
| 2006 | 388 |
| 2007 | 419 |
| 2008 | 444 |
| 2009 | 488 |
| 2010 | 422 |
| 2011 | 481 |
| 2012 | 533 |
| 2013 | 457 |
| 2014 | 434 |
| 2015 | 403 |
| 2016 | 340 |
| 2017 | 312 |
| 2018 | 287 |
| 2019 | 250 |
| 2020 | 232 |
| 2021 | 241 |
| 2022 | 205 |
| 2023 | 208 |
| 2024 | 211 |