Dominic
Meaning of Dominic
The name Dominic is a strong and classic choice for boys, with roots deeply embedded in history and culture. Originating from the Latin name Dominicus, meaning "of the Lord" or "belonging to God," it has been a favored name among Christians, particularly due to its association with Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order. In English-speaking countries, Dominic is pronounced as DAH-mi-nik (/dɑːmɪnɪk/). Over the years, this name has maintained steady popularity in the United States, consistently ranking within the top 200 names for boys since the early 20th century. Variations such as Dominick and Domenic offer alternative spellings while retaining the same rich heritage. With its timeless appeal and religious significance, Dominic remains a beloved choice for parents seeking a meaningful and distinguished name for their son.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as DAH-mi-nik (/dɑːmɪnɪk/)
British English
- Pronunced as DAH-mi-nik (/dɒmɪnɪk/)
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Notable People Named Dominic
| Dominic Thiem is an Austrian professional tennis player who has won 17 ATP Tour singles titles, including a Grand Slam title at the 2020 US Open, and is known for his heavy groundstrokes and powerful serve. |
| Dominic Grieve - Dominic Charles Roberts Grieve is a British barrister and former politician known for his roles as Shadow Home Secretary, Attorney General for England and Wales, and Chair of the Intelligence and Security Committee. |
| Dominic Nathaniel Calvert-Lewin is a prominent English professional footballer known for his role as a striker at Premier League club Everton. |
| Dominic Ayodele Solanke-Mitchell is an English professional footballer currently playing as a forward for Premier League team AFC Bournemouth. |
| Dominic Monaghan is a British actor famous for his roles as Merry in The Lord of the Rings trilogy and Charlie Pace in the TV series Lost. |
| Dominic Frisby is a British author, comedian, and voice-over artist, best known as the co-host of the television program Money Pit. |
| Dominic Toninato is an American professional ice hockey forward playing for the Manitoba Moose in the AHL and under contract to the Winnipeg Jets of the NHL. |
| Dominic Tweddle is an English archaeologist known for his expertise in Anglo-Saxon studies and his role as the director general of the National Museum of the Royal Navy. |
| Dominic James Samuel is an English professional footballer known for his role as a striker at National League club Ebbsfleet United. |
| Dominic Thomas is a British footballer. |
| Dominic Lewis Thompson is an English professional footballer known for his role as a left-back for EFL League One club Blackpool. |
| Dominic John Hyam is a Scottish professional footballer known for his role as a defender for Blackburn Rovers and the Scotland national team, with previous stints at Reading, Hemel Hempstead Town, Basingstoke Town, Dagenham & Redbridge, Portsmouth, Aldershot Town, and Coventry City. |
| Dominic Lieven is an English research professor at Cambridge University and a Fellow of the British Academy and of Trinity College, Cambridge. |
| Dominic Purcell is a British-Australian actor known for his roles in Prison Break, The Flash, and Blade: Trinity. |
| Dominic Lewis - Dominic Alexander Charles Lewis is a British film and television composer known for his work on projects like The Man in the High Castle, DuckTales, and Peter Rabbit. |
