Dominik Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dominik is rooted in the Latin name Dominicus, meaning 'belonging to the Lord'. It has evolved through various forms and is often associated with Christian heritage. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to Saint Dominic. Today, it is viewed positively and is common in many cultures, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Dominik is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Dominik has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dominik' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4950th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1566th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 640th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 794th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17545th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16504th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dominik' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dominik"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɒmɪnɪk/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Dominik is derived from the Latin name 'Dominicus', which means 'of the Lord' or 'belonging to the Lord'. It was often given to children born on a Sunday, which is known as the Lord's Day in Christian tradition.
Meaning
belonging to the Lord
Language Evolution
Dominicus, Dominik, Dominique
Historical Usage
The name became popular in Christian communities during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the influence of Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order in the 13th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Dominique, Dom, Domi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dominik is viewed positively, often associated with strong leadership and religious significance. It is a common name in various cultures, particularly in European countries.
Famous People
Dominik Hasek, a famous Czech ice hockey player, Dominik Szoboszlai, a professional Hungarian footballer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dominik"
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 "Dominik"
"Dominik" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4950th of 10718 | 68 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1566th of 16616 | 803 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 640th of 24088 | 5,548 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 794th of 23106 | 3,580 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17545th of 27321 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16504th of 35406 | 63 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Dominik" 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) |
33.27% 1226th/3685 |
36.40% 1629th/4475 |
40.05% 2080th/5194 |
22.97% 1451st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.52% 528th/4582 |
11.44% 591st/5164 |
11.87% 868th/7313 |
7.14% 533rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.02% 678th/3984 |
17.25% 774th/4487 |
15.11% 1031st/6822 |
10.96% 688th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Dominik" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dominik"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dominik" 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.