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The first name Dominika is regarded as a modern feminine form of Dominikus, which in turn originally derives from Dominicus. Interpreted, the name means 'belonging to the Lord', 'dedicated to God', or simply 'child of God'.
What does the name Dominika mean?
The first name Dominika is regarded as a modern feminine form of Dominikus, which in turn originally derives from Dominicus. Interpreted, the name means 'belonging to the Lord', 'dedicated to God', or simply 'child of God'. Its origin lies in Latin, derived from the expressions dŏmĭnĭcus for 'belonging to the Lord' or dŏmĭnus for 'the Lord', 'the ruler', 'the head', and 'the patron'. The interpretation was later extended to children born on a Sunday (the day dedicated to the Lord). The name is primarily given by Catholics. Other variants include Domenika, Domenica, Domenique, Dominica, Dominia, Dominique, Domini, Dominyka, Domnica, Domi, and Menga. The name gained recognition through Saint Dominika, a mystic who founded the Dominican convent Santa Croce in Florence.
Where does the name Dominika come from?
Etymology Dominika is a feminine first name of Latin origin with the meaning 'belonging to the Lord'. Latin
How do you pronounce Dominika?
Sound & pronunciation of Dominika: The name Dominika is four to five syllables and rhythmically pronounced. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'Do-mi-ni-ka' [domiˈniːka], beginning with a rounded O that conveys depth. The recurring I vowel sequence provides brightness and structure, while the clear K before the final A sets a distinct accent. Dominika thus appears powerful and melodic - structured, present, and sonically balanced.
When is the name day of Dominika?
The name day of Dominika is on August 5 and August 8.
Popularity
Dominika is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 1,254th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 1993 at 260th. In the last ten years, Dominika has been given as a first name about 200 times, placing it 1,591st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,521st.
Nicknames & pet names
Dodka / Dodo / Dome / Domi / Domini / Domka / Donka / Mika / Mimi / Mina / Mini / Minia / Minika / Minka / Mischka / Nicky / Nika / Niki / Nikuscha / Nini
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Famous people
- Dominika Cibulkova (tennis player)
- Dominika Conc (football player from Slovenia)
- Dominika Dery (Czech writer)
- Dominika Figurska (actress from Poland)
- Dominika Hornakova (Slovak handball player)
- Dominika Karger (handball player from Germany)
- Dominika Mirgova (Slovak singer)
- Dominika Müllnerova (Czech handball player)
- Dominika Nestarcova (beach volleyball player from Slovakia)
- Dominika Ostalowska (Polish actress)
- Dominika Paleta (actress from Mexico)
- Dominika Skorvankova (Czech football player)
- Dominika Stara (Slovak singer)
- Dominika Sykorova (Slovak football player)
- Dominika Tylova (football player)
- Dominika Valachova (volleyball player from Slovakia)
- Dominika van Santen Alix (Venezuelan model)
- Dominika Wolski (Polish actress)
- Dominika Wylezek (Polish football player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Dominika
What is the origin of the name Dominika?
Dominika is a feminine first name of Latin origin, derived from Dominicus, which means 'belonging to the Lord'.
What does the name Dominika mean?
The name means 'belonging to the Lord' or 'child of God' and is often associated with children born on a Sunday.
How popular is the name Dominika?
Dominika enjoys a certain popularity, especially in Catholic countries, but is also used in other regions.