Holding steady.
Popularity of Domanique since 1976
Babies named Domanique per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 0 |
| 1980s | 93 | 21 |
| 1990s | 215 | 86 |
| 2000s | 62 | 34 |
| 2010s | 0 | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Domanique is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976. It reached its peak popularity in 1993, with its highest recorded usage that year. Although data from the latest year shows no rank, the name has maintained a stable trajectory over the decades. The name is primarily associated with the 1990s, and its use has been spread across the country without a strong concentration in any top states. As a contemporary creation, Domanique does not carry deep historical roots, but its phonetic resemblance to established names like Dominique and Monique gives it a familiar sound.
Domanique is a modern coinage, likely a respelling or elaboration of the French name Dominique, itself derived from Latin Dominicus meaning 'of the Lord'. The spelling with an 'a' instead of 'i' appears in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by other feminine names ending in -nique. It has seen scattered use in the United States since 1976, peaking in the early 1990s. Because it is a recent invention with no established etymology, its exact derivation is uncertain.
Sibling names for Domanique
Names that share Domanique's style, for a brother or sister.
