Dominick

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Dominick is a given name and surname of Latin origin. It is derived from the Latin name Dominicus, which means "of the Lord" or "belonging to God". The name is commonly used in English-speaking countries and has various forms and spellings in different languages.

Etymology[edit | edit source]

The name Dominick originates from the Latin Dominicus. The Latin term Dominicus is derived from dominus, meaning "lord" or "master". The name was traditionally given to boys born on Sunday, the Lord's Day in Christian tradition.

Variants[edit | edit source]

There are several variants of the name Dominick in different languages:

Notable People Named Dominick[edit | edit source]

  • Dominick Dunne - An American writer and investigative journalist.
  • Dominick Cruz - An American mixed martial artist and former UFC Bantamweight Champion.
  • Dominick Lombardozzi - An American actor known for his roles in The Wire and Boardwalk Empire.

Related Names[edit | edit source]

See Also[edit | edit source]

  • Dominican Order - A Catholic religious order founded by Saint Dominic.
  • Saint Dominic - The founder of the Dominican Order.
  • Dominica - A country in the Caribbean named after Sunday, the day of its discovery by Christopher Columbus.

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