"sovereignty, rule"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Dominion
Pronunciation: [ d-uhm-IHNY-uhn ]
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Meaning & Origin
"divine authority over creation"
Origin: Latin/Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Dominion
Dominion comes from the Latin dominium meaning ownership, property, sovereignty, from dominus meaning lord or master. In theological context, dominion appears in Genesis 1:28, where humans are given dominion over the earth. As a given name, it carries themes of authority, stewardship, and divine mandate.
Dominion is an extremely rare given name, used almost exclusively in religious communities that emphasize biblical themes of divine authority and stewardship. It represents the growing trend of using abstract concept words as given names, alongside Reign, Sovereign, and Legacy.
In Christian theology, dominion refers to the God-given authority over creation described in Genesis. The name resonates with evangelical and charismatic Christian communities. In political science, dominion historically referred to self-governing territories of the British Empire (Canada, Australia, New Zealand).
Historical Record
Dominion first appeared in US Social Security records in 2019.
Over 5 babies have been named Dominion in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dominion is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #41,019 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Dominion appears in Genesis 1:28 as the authority given to humans over creation
- Canada, Australia, and New Zealand were historically called Dominions of the British Empire
- The name shares its root with Dominican, Dominic, and Domino
Dominion in Other Languages
Latin
Dominium
French
Domination
Italian
Dominio
Spanish
Dominio
Popularity Over Time
#41,019
Current Rank
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #41,019
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dominion
What does the name Dominion mean?
"sovereignty, rule" (from Latin). "divine authority over creation" (from Latin/Hebrew). Dominion comes from the Latin dominium meaning ownership, property, sovereignty, from dominus meaning lord or master. In theological context, dominion appears in Genesis 1:28, where humans are given dominion over the earth. As a given name, it carries themes of authority, stewardship, and divine mandate.
What is the origin of the name Dominion?
Dominion has Latin, Latin/Hebrew, American, and English origins. In Latin, it means "sovereignty, rule". In Latin/Hebrew, it means "divine authority over creation".
Is Dominion a boy or girl name?
Dominion is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #41019. As a boy name, it is ranked #14531. Dominion is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Dominion?
Dominion is pronounced d-uhm-IHNY-uhn.
How popular is the name Dominion?
Dominion is currently ranked #41019 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dominion?
Common nicknames for Dominion include Domi, Minnie, Dom, and Nia.
What are good middle names for Dominion?
Popular middle name pairings include Dominion Grace, Dominion Faith, Dominion Hope, Dominion Rose, Dominion Joy, Dominion Peace, and Dominion Skye.
What are good sibling names for Dominion?
Names that pair well with Dominion as siblings include Sovereign, Reign, Empire, Legend, Victory, Honor, and Justice.
How many syllables does Dominion have?
Dominion has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Dominion a common or rare name?
Dominion is an uncommon name, ranked #41019 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Dominion
Dominion is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "sovereignty, rule" in Latin .
Is Dominion a boy or girl name? Dominion is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #41,019 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,531. Dominion is more commonly used as a boy name.
Dominion is currently ranked #41,019 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Dominion has 4 syllables and is pronounced d-uhm-IHNY-uhn, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Dominion include Domi, Minnie, Dom, and Nia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dominion include Dominique, Dominga . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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