Dominick
Dominick is a boy name of Latin origin meaning “Of the Lord”, pronounced DOM-ih-nik. It ranked #622 in the United States in 2025, given to 448 babies, and peaked at #197 in 1914. Common nicknames: Dom, Nico, Dommie.
How popular is Dominick in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Dominick mean, and where does it come from?
Dominick is the English spelling of Dominicus, "belonging to the Lord," a name given in the early church to children born on a Sunday — dies Dominica, the Lord's day. Saint Dominic, the Castilian founder of the Dominican order, carried it through medieval Europe, and Italian and Irish immigration carried it into the United States, where it peaked around 1914 and has slipped gradually since. The -ick spelling is the American one; Dominic without the k is more common in Britain, and Domenico in Italy. Dom and Nico are both natural short forms.
How is Dominick used around the world?
Dominick is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Dominick?
Famous People Named Dominick
- Dominick Cruz — American mixed martial artist and former UFC bantamweight champion
- Dominick Argento — American composer and Pulitzer Prize winner
- Dominick Dunne — American writer and journalist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Dominick mean?
Dominick is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Of the Lord." Dominick is the English spelling of Dominicus, "belonging to the Lord," a name given in the early church to children born on a Sunday — dies Dominica, the Lord's day. Saint Dominic, the Castilian founder of the Dominican order, carried it through medieval Europe, and Italian and Irish immigration carried it into the United States, where it peaked around 1914 and has slipped gradually since.
How do you pronounce Dominick?
Dominick is pronounced DOM-ih-nik. Common variations include Dominic, Domenico, Dominique.
Is Dominick a boy name?
Yes, Dominick is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Dom, Nico, Dommie.