Declining since 1986.
Popularity of Domonique since 1963
Babies named Domonique per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 33 | 0 |
| 1970s | 184 | 55 |
| 1980s | 1,759 | 436 |
| 1990s | 2,517 | 916 |
| 2000s | 585 | 241 |
| 2010s | 83 | 173 |
| 2020s | 11 | 71 |
Meaning & origin
Domonique is a modern English variant of Dominique, a name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1963. Its use grew through the 1970s and 1980s, peaking in 1986, after which its popularity steadily declined. Although it has never been a top-ranked name, it achieved its highest frequency in the 1980s. The name is used for both boys and girls, reflecting a broader trend of unisex naming. Its modern sound and distinctive spelling have kept it in occasional use, even as its numbers have fallen.
Domonique is a modern spelling variant of Dominique, the French feminine form of Dominic. Dominic derives from the Latin name Dominicus, meaning 'of the Lord'. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, with the spelling Domonique emerging as a distinctive variation in the 1960s. It saw peak popularity in the 1980s.
Where Domonique is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dom, Nikki, Mona
Sibling names for Domonique
Names that share Domonique's style, for a brother or sister.
