UK girl's name
Domonique
From Old French, meaning "belonging to God" or "of the Lord".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1997. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Domonique is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Domonique popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1997 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3174, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1997 to 1997. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Domonique is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Domonique. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 1998 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Domonique ranked #3174 for girls in England and Wales in 1997, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 4 girls were registered as Domonique.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Domonique as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3174
1997
Births in 1997
4
Latest year
Peak year
1997
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Domonique mean?
The name Domonique is derived from the Latin name Dominicus, meaning "belonging to the Lord" or "of the Lord". This name has its roots in early Christianity and is related to the Latin word "dominus", meaning "lord" or "master".
The name Dominicus was initially given to children born on the Lord's day, which is Sunday. It was a popular name among early Christian communities, particularly in the Mediterranean region, where Latin was widely spoken. Over time, the name evolved into various forms, including Dominic, Dominique, and Domonique.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Domonique dates back to the 9th century, when a Benedictine monk named Domonique de Guzmán (1170-1221) founded the Dominican Order of Preachers. He was later canonized as St. Dominic and became an influential figure in the Catholic Church.
Another notable historical figure with the name Domonique was Domonique de Gourgues (c. 1530-1593), a French explorer and naval officer who led an expedition to Florida in 1567. He is remembered for his successful attack on the Spanish settlement of Fort Caroline and his defense of French interests in the region.
In the literary world, Domonique Strauss-Kahn (born 1949) is a French economist, lawyer, and former head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). He played a significant role in managing the global financial crisis of 2007-2008 during his tenure at the IMF.
Domonique Wilkins (born 1960) is a former American professional basketball player who spent the majority of his career with the Atlanta Hawks in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was a nine-time NBA All-Star and is widely regarded as one of the most electrifying dunkers in NBA history.
In the field of music, Domonique Dumont (born 1982) is a French DJ and record producer known for his work in the electronic dance music genre. He has released several successful singles and albums and is a popular figure in the global dance music scene.
The name Domonique has a rich historical background, with its roots tracing back to early Christianity and the Latin language. Despite its religious origins, the name has transcended cultural and linguistic boundaries, becoming popular in various parts of the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Domonique by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Domonique was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3174 | 4 | 1 |
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FAQ
Domonique: questions and answers
How popular is the name Domonique in the UK right now?
In 1997, Domonique was ranked #3174 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Domonique most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 4 babies registered as Domonique in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Domonique?
From Old French, meaning "belonging to God" or "of the Lord".
How many people are called Domonique in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Domonique across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.