gender neutral
Dominique
belonging to the Lord
About Dominique
Elegance and sophistication define this timeless choice. The French origin lends continental flair while maintaining international accessibility. Though traditionally unisex, the name carries distinctive masculine energy when chosen for boys. Its four-syllable length provides substantial presence without becoming cumbersome. Parents selecting Dominique often appreciate refined, cultured names with classical roots. The name suggests intelligence, artistic sensibility, and worldly awareness. Its relative rarity in contemporary English-speaking contexts ensures uniqueness without alienation. The phonetic complexity adds interest while remaining straightforward once learned. Dominique ages beautifully, suiting every life stage with equal grace. The name offers nickname flexibility with Dom providing a casual alternative. This choice signals parents who value sophistication, cultural richness, and names that transcend fleeting trends in favor of enduring appeal.
Popularity of the Name Dominique
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | #944 | ||
| 1974 | #869 | ||
| 1975 | #876 | ||
| 1976 | #839 | ||
| 1977 | #770 | ||
| 1978 | #855 | ||
| 1979 | #782 | ||
| 1980 | #786 | ||
| 1981 | #770 | ||
| 1982 | #541 | ||
| 1983 | #468 | ||
| 1984 | #410 | ||
| 1985 | #435 | ||
| 1986 | #360 | ||
| 1987 | #312 | ||
| 1988 | #234 | ||
| 1989 | #221 | ||
| 1990 | #207 | ||
| 1991 | #170 | #327 | |
| 1992 | #180 | #342 | |
| 1993 | #207 | #316 | |
| 1994 | #239 | #338 | |
| 1995 | #287 | #301 | #433 |
| 1996 | #346 | #335 | |
| 1997 | #374 | #430 | |
| 1998 | #479 | #511 | |
| 1999 | #520 | #604 | |
| 2000 | #525 | #571 | |
| 2001 | #567 | #546 | |
| 2002 | #576 | #884 | |
| 2003 | #624 | #787 | |
| 2004 | #655 | #682 | |
| 2005 | #683 | ||
| 2006 | #764 | ||
| 2007 | #788 | #756 | |
| 2008 | #772 | ||
| 2009 | #772 | ||
| 2010 | #855 | ||
| 2011 | #811 | ||
| 2012 | #804 | ||
| 2013 | #838 | ||
| 2014 | #953 | ||
| 2015 | #911 | ||
| 2016 | #968 | ||
| 2017 | #983 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Dominique
Names Similar to Dominique
Nicknames for Dominique
- Dom
- Nick
- Nicky
- D
Famous People Named Dominique
| Dominique Moceanu | Romanian-American Olympic gymnast |
| Dominique Dawes | American Olympic gymnast |
| Dominique Strauss-Kahn | French economist and politician |
| Dominique Perrault | French architect |
| Dominique de Villepin | French diplomat and former Prime Minister |
| Dominique Ansel | French pastry chef, inventor of the Cronut |
| Dominique Fishback | American actress and playwright |
| Dominique Jackson | Trinidadian-American model and actress |
| Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie | American football player |
| Dominique Badji | Senegalese professional soccer player |
| Dominique Cerejo | Indian playback singer |
| Dominique Jean Larrey | French surgeon and medical innovator |
| Dominique Dunne | American actress |
| Dominique Wilkins | American football player |
| Dominique Rinderknecht | Swiss TV presenter and Miss Switzerland 2013 |
| Dominique Simone | American former pornographic actress |
| Dominique Swain | American actress |
| Dominique McElligott | Irish actress |
| Dominique Pinon | French actor |
Characters Named Dominique
| Dominique Francon | Character from Ayn Rand's novel "The Fountainhead" |
| Dominique Destine | A character from the animated series "Gargoyles" |
| Dominique Deveraux | A character from the TV series "Dynasty" |
| Dominique Ballard | A character from the TV series "Pose" |
| Dominique "Dom" Cobb | Character from the film "Inception" |
| Dominique Stern | A character from the TV series "CSI - NY" |
| Dominique Lacasa | A character from the TV series "Desperate Housewives" |
| Dominique Breckenridge | A character from the TV series "The Young and the Restless" |
| Dominique La Rue | A character from the TV series "New Girl" |
| Dominique Boucher | A character from the TV series "The Originals" |
| Dominique Capraro | A character from the film "Step Up 5 - All In" |
| Dominique "Soc" Solis | A character from the TV series "Cane" |
| Dominique Sabatini | A character from the film "My Favorite Year" |
| Dominique "Domo" | A character from the TV series "The Chi" |
| Dominique Weasley | A character from the "Harry Potter" play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" |