Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dominick originates from the Latin name Dominicus, meaning 'of the Lord'. It evolved through various forms, including Old French, before arriving at its current English form. The name is often associated with leadership and has strong religious ties due to its connection with Saint Dominic. It does not hold a specific biblical background, but it gained popularity in Christian contexts. Variants include Dominic and Dom, and it is currently perceived as a classic name with positive traits.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdɒmɪnɪk/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Dominick is derived from the Latin name 'Dominicus', which means 'of the Lord'. It is associated with the Latin word 'dominus', meaning 'lord' or 'master'.
Meaning
of the Lord
Language Evolution
Dominicus (Latin), Dominicus (Old French), Dominick (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian tradition due to Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order, in the 13th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Dominic, Dom, Nico
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dominick is viewed as a classic name with strong historical and religious connotations, often associated with leadership and authority.
Famous People
Dominick Dunne, an American author and journalist, Dominick Cruz, an American mixed martial artist, Dominick Toretto, a fictional character played by Vin Diesel in the Fast & Furious franchise
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Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,788 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 233rd of 7545 | 8,665 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 322nd of 6773 | 5,506 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 428th of 7552 | 5,848 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 476th of 10718 | 4,694 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 375th of 16616 | 9,310 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 241st of 24088 | 22,587 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 391st of 23106 | 9,875 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13005th of 19264 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7894th of 27321 | 142 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13305th of 35406 | 98 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
28.46% 403rd/1416 |
6.16% 85th/1379 |
32.92% 779th/2366 |
81.87% 935th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
34.41% 532nd/1546 |
7.65% 119th/1556 |
47.51% 1118th/2353 |
73.11% 1131st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
28.29% 630th/2227 |
7.08% 172nd/2430 |
40.27% 1149th/2853 |
32.43% 900th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.50% 602nd/2937 |
6.26% 218th/3483 |
21.77% 766th/3518 |
15.97% 646th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
10.15% 374th/3685 |
4.54% 203rd/4475 |
9.65% 501st/5194 |
6.38% 403rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
5.09% 233rd/4582 |
2.89% 149th/5164 |
4.16% 304th/7313 |
3.40% 254th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
11.09% 442nd/3984 |
5.64% 253rd/4487 |
6.80% 464th/6822 |
6.15% 386th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in New York across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 233rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 322nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 428th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 476th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 375th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 241st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 391st out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13005th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7894th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13305th out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.