Domenica Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Domenica originates from the Latin term 'dominica', meaning 'of the Lord', and has evolved through various languages including Italian and Spanish. It carries a spiritual significance tied to Sunday worship. The name has historical roots in Christian tradition and is associated with warmth and cultural richness in modern times.
The name Domenica is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl 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. From 2020-2022, Domenica has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Domenica' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1027th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1499th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2501st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2321st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3491st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5064th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5664th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Domenica' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Domenica"
Pronunciation
/ˌdɔː.məˈniː.kə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Domenica is derived from the Latin word 'dominica', meaning 'of the Lord' or 'belonging to the Lord'. It is traditionally associated with Sunday, which is considered the Lord's Day in Christianity.
Meaning
of the Lord
Language Evolution
Dominica (Latin), Domenica (Italian), Domenique (French), Domenica (Spanish)
Historical Usage
Domenica gained popularity in Christian communities as a given name due to its association with the Lord's Day, particularly in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Dominique, Domenico, Dominga
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Domenica is viewed as a traditional and culturally rich name, often associated with warmth and spiritual significance.
Famous People
Domenica Jackson, a notable artist, Domenica Scarlatti, a renowned composer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Domenica"
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 of "Domenica"
"Domenica" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1027th of 9107 | 902 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1499th of 9204 | 497 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2501st of 12526 | 386 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2321st of 19264 | 558 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3491st of 27321 | 458 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5064th of 35406 | 408 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5664th of 30306 | 268 |
Regional Popularity of "Domenica" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Domenica" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
28.86% 398th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
36.44% 567th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
43.09% 1047th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
74.12% 2177th/2937 |
35.40% 1233rd/3483 |
74.82% 2632nd/3518 |
40.58% 1641st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
40.45% 1810th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
51.12% 3229th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
47.58% 2457th/5164 |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
51.53% 2312th/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Domenica"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Domenica" 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.