Dominica

Meaning of Dominica

Dominica is a female name with Italian origins. It is pronounced as do-MEE-nee-kah in Italian and duh-MIN-i-kuh in English. The name Dominica has variations such as Dominique. In the United States, the name Dominica has been given to newborns since at least 1909. Its popularity has had its ups and downs over the years, but it has remained a moderately popular choice for parents. The name Dominica is associated with strength, leadership, and grace.

Pronunciation

Italian

  • Pronunced as do-MEE-nee-kah (/doˈmiːnika/)

English

  • Pronunced as duh-MIN-i-kuh (/dəˈmɪnɪkə/)

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Notable People Named Dominica

Dominica Dipio - Dominica or Dominic Dipio is a Ugandan religious sister, filmmaker, author, and professor of Literature and Film at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda, and was appointed Consultor of the Pontifical Council for Culture by Pope Francis.
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