"of the Lord's day (Sunday)"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
Dominik
Pronunciation: [ d-uhm-IHN-ihk ]
Boy Name
#1,047 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
The Central European form of a saint's name with classical depth
Polish
Czech
German
Slovak
Latin
Classic
Elegant
Strong
Traditional
Meaning & Origin
The Story of Dominik
Dominik is the Central and Eastern European spelling of Dominic, from the Latin Dominicus meaning belonging to the Lord, derived from dominus (lord, master). The name was popularized by Saint Dominic (1170-1221), the Spanish friar who founded the Dominican Order. In Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other Central European nations, the -ik spelling is the standard native form, giving the name a continental character.
Dominik is consistently popular across Central and Eastern Europe. In the US, it has gained traction as parents of Polish, Czech, and Slovak heritage assert their cultural identity, and among parents drawn to the -ik ending as a distinctive alternative to standard Dominic.
Saint Dominic founded the Order of Preachers (Dominicans) in 1216, one of the most influential religious orders in Catholic history. The name is particularly celebrated in predominantly Catholic countries of Central Europe.
Fun Facts
- Saint Dominic founded the Dominican Order, whose members have included Thomas Aquinas, one of history's greatest theologians
- Dominik is consistently in the top 20 boys' names in both Poland and Czech Republic
Dominik in Other Languages
Czech
Dominik
Latin
Dominicus
Polish
Dominik
Italian
Domenico
Spanish
Domingo
Famous People Named Dominik
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Dominik Mysterio
Entertainer
2001
American professional wrestler, son of Rey Mysterio, competing in WWE
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Dominik Hasek
Athlete
1965
Czech ice hockey goaltender, widely considered the greatest goalie of all time, two-time Stanley Cup champion
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,047
- Total SSA Count
- 211
- Cultural Origins
- Polish Czech German Slovak Latin
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dom
Nik
Nick
Pairs Well With
Dominik James
Dominik Alexander
Dominik Michael
Dominik Xavier
Dominik Leo
Dominik Joseph
Dominik Anton
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Dominik is also used as a girl name, ranked #32742.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dominik
What does the name Dominik mean?
"of the Lord's day (Sunday)" (from Latin). Dominik is the Central and Eastern European spelling of Dominic, from the Latin Dominicus meaning belonging to the Lord, derived from dominus (lord, master). The name was popularized by Saint Dominic (1170-1221), the Spanish friar who founded the Dominican Order. In Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and other Central European nations, the -ik spelling is the standard native form, giving the name a continental character.
What is the origin of the name Dominik?
Dominik has Latin, Polish, Czech, German, and Slovak origins. In Latin, it means "of the Lord's day (Sunday)".
Is Dominik a boy or girl name?
Dominik is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1047. As a girl name, it is ranked #32742. Dominik is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Dominik?
Dominik is pronounced d-uhm-IHN-ihk.
How popular is the name Dominik?
Dominik is currently ranked #1047 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dominik?
Common nicknames for Dominik include Dom, Nik, and Nick.
What are good middle names for Dominik?
Popular middle name pairings include Dominik James, Dominik Alexander, Dominik Michael, Dominik Xavier, Dominik Leo, Dominik Joseph, and Dominik Anton.
What are good sibling names for Dominik?
Names that pair well with Dominik as siblings include Sebastian, Valentina, Katerina, Julian, Isabelle, Lucas, Maximilian, and Anastasia.
How many syllables does Dominik have?
Dominik has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Dominik a common or rare name?
Dominik is an uncommon name, ranked #1047 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Dominik
Dominik is a boy name with Polish, Czech, German, Slovak, and Latin origins . The name means "of the Lord's day (Sunday)" in Latin .
Is Dominik a boy or girl name? Dominik is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,047 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #32,742. Dominik is more commonly used as a boy name.
Dominik is currently ranked #1,047 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Dominik has 3 syllables and is pronounced d-uhm-IHN-ihk, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Dominik include Dom, Nik, and Nick. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dominik include Dominic, Dominick, Dominique, Domingo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.