Holding steady, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Dominico since 1915
Babies named Dominico per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 18 |
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 14 |
| 1970s | 38 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 78 |
| 2000s | 110 |
| 2010s | 108 |
| 2020s | 58 |
Meaning & origin
Dominico is a rare Italian and Spanish variant of Dominic, first recorded in U.S. data in 1915. It reached its peak popularity in 2010 and has remained stable since, ranking 8,910th in 2025 with a frequency of about 1 in 213,510 newborns. The name carries religious significance, deriving from the Latin Dominicus, meaning 'of the Lord,' and is associated with Saint Dominic. Despite its low current use, Dominico has a melodic, traditional appeal that fits with Italian naming patterns. Its stability over the past decade suggests a steady, if niche, presence among parents seeking a distinctive yet classic name.
Dominico is a variant of Dominic, derived from the Latin name Dominicus, meaning 'of the Lord' or 'belonging to the Lord.' It has been used in Italian and Spanish-speaking regions, often as a given name in honor of Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order. The name has seen periodic use in the United States since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dom, Nico, Mico
Sibling names for Dominico
Names that share Dominico's style, for a brother or sister.
