Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dominique originates from Latin, meaning 'of the Lord'. It evolved from Dominicus in Latin to Dominique in Old French and continues to be used in various forms today. The name is associated with traits of elegance and creativity, and it has no specific biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages, influenced by Saint Dominic.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˌdɒmɪˈniːk/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Dominique is derived from the Latin name 'Dominicus', which means 'of the Lord' or 'belonging to God'.
Meaning
Of the Lord
Language Evolution
Dominicus (Latin), Dominique (Old French), Dominique (Modern French)
Historical Usage
Dominique has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages, gaining popularity particularly in France due to the influence of Saint Dominic.
Variants & Derivatives
Dominic, Dom, Domi
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Dominique is viewed as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dominique Wilkins, American basketball player, Dominique Strauss-Kahn, French politician and economist, Dominique Sanda, French actress
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,671 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
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 | 6451st of 7545 | 11 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3523rd of 7552 | 99 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 974th of 10718 | 1,103 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 269th of 16616 | 14,422 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 639th of 24088 | 5,561 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1084th of 23106 | 2,239 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2073rd of 12526 | 531 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 735th of 19264 | 3,231 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 148th of 27321 | 31,940 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 369th of 35406 | 13,639 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1804th of 30306 | 1,389 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
38.64% 1135th/2937 |
37.09% 1292nd/3483 |
24.19% 851st/3518 |
21.69% 877th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
6.43% 237th/3685 |
8.65% 387th/4475 |
4.08% 212th/5194 |
5.90% 373rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.75% 630th/4582 |
22.64% 1169th/5164 |
7.37% 539th/7313 |
9.93% 741st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.35% 970th/3984 |
49.28% 2211th/4487 |
13.05% 890th/6822 |
25.40% 1594th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
85.77% 1910th/2227 |
51.03% 1240th/2430 |
- |
50.16% 1392nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
28.02% 823rd/2937 |
19.09% 665th/3483 |
22.97% 808th/3518 |
16.47% 666th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
4.26% 157th/3685 |
2.82% 126th/4475 |
2.83% 147th/5194 |
2.88% 182nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
9.73% 446th/4582 |
5.69% 294th/5164 |
5.11% 374th/7313 |
4.97% 371st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.08% 2075th/3984 |
44.39% 1992nd/4487 |
24.66% 1682nd/6822 |
26.63% 1671st/6276 |
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 District of Columbia across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6451st out of 7545 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3523rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 974th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 269th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 639th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1084th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2073rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 735th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 148th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 369th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1804th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.