Dominik
Meaning of Dominik
The name Dominik is a strong and classic choice for boys, with roots tracing back to Latin origins. It is derived from the Latin name "Dominicus," which means "belonging to the Lord." Dominik has been popular in various cultures and languages, each giving it a unique pronunciation: in English, it is pronounced as DAH-muh-nik; in Czech, DOH-mee-neek; in Polish, Doh-MEE-neek; and in German, DOH-mee-neek. The name has several variations, including Domenic and Dominic. Over the years, Dominik has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States. In recent decades, its highest rank was 499th in 2012. Despite these fluctuations, Dominik remains a beloved choice for parents seeking a name with historical significance and a timeless appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as DAH-muh-nik (/dɑməˈnɪk/)
Czech
- Pronunced as DOH-mee-neek (/do:mi:nek/)
Polish
- Pronunced as Doh-MEE-neek (/d̪o'mi:nik/)
German
- Pronunced as DOH-mee-neek (/doːmi'ni:k/)
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Notable People Named Dominik
| Dominik Hašek is a Czech former ice hockey goaltender known for his exceptional career in the NHL, where he earned the nickname "The Dominator" and won two Stanley Cup championships with the Detroit Red Wings. |
| Dominik Óscar Gutiérrez, also known as "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE and a former two-time NXT North American Champion. |
| Dominik Szoboszlai is a versatile Hungarian professional footballer who plays for Premier League club Liverpool and captains the Hungary national team. |
| Dominik Koepfer is a German professional tennis player who reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 50 and a doubles ranking of No. 92. |
| Dominik Kubalík is a Czech professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Ottawa Senators in the NHL, having been drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in 2013. |
| Dominik Kahun is a Czech-born German professional ice hockey forward currently playing with SC Bern of the National League (NL) and has previously played for several NHL teams. |
| Dominik Robin Schmid is a Swiss professional footballer known for his versatility, playing for FC Basel and the Switzerland national football team. |
| Dominik Simon is a Czech professional ice hockey forward playing for HC Sparta Praha in the Czech Extraliga, and was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2015. |
| Dominik Paris is an Italian alpine ski racer known for his expertise in downhill and super-G events, and he clinched the world champion title in super-G at the 2019 Åre, Sweden. |
| Dominik Meichtry is a Swiss competitive swimmer known for his expertise in middle distance freestyle events and holds six Swiss national records. |
| Dominik Sandal is a Slovak football forward currently playing for Komárom VSE in the Nemzeti Bajnokság III. |
| Dominik Trčka, also known as Metod, was a Czech priest who dedicated himself to serving Greek Catholics and Eastern Rite Catholics in need of pastoral assistance. |
| Dominik Starkl is an Austrian professional footballer known for his role as a right winger for SKU Amstetten. |
| Dominik Hrušovský was a Catholic prelate who served the pastoral needs of Slovak Catholics abroad during Communist rule and later became Apostolic Nuncio to Belarus. |
| Dominik Landertinger is a retired Austrian biathlete. |
