Dominic
Dominic is a Christian boy name of Latin origin, meaning “Belonging to the Lord”.
| Meaning | Belonging to the Lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | DOM-ih-nik |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Poland |
Meaning and origin of Dominic
Dominic comes from the Latin Dominicus, 'of the Lord', from dominus, 'lord, master'. It was often given to boys born on Sunday, dies Dominica, the Lord's day. The name spread through Catholic Europe thanks to Saint Dominic de Guzmán, the Spanish priest who founded the Dominican Order in the early thirteenth century. It remains a classic choice in English, Italian and Spanish-speaking countries.
Is Dominic a Christian name?
Dominic is a Christian name linked above all to Saint Dominic, founder of the Order of Preachers, and to Saint Dominic Savio, a young pupil of Saint John Bosco.
How popular is Dominic?
A steady, well-used boy's name in English-speaking and Catholic countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dominic mean?
Dominic means 'Belonging to the Lord'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Dominic a Christian name?
Dominic is a Christian name linked above all to Saint Dominic, founder of the Order of Preachers, and to Saint Dominic Savio, a young pupil of Saint John Bosco.
How do you pronounce Dominic?
Dominic is pronounced DOM-ih-nik.
Is Dominic a boy or girl name?
Dominic is usually a boy name.