Dominique, of French origin, is a unisex given name that has been used for centuries. Derived from the Latin 'Dominicus,' which means 'of the Lord' or 'Lordly,' it is often associated with the Dominican Order founded by St. Dominic. In France, Dominique is traditionally considered a feminine name, while in English-speaking countries and other parts of Europe, it is generally used as both a male and female name. The name gained popularity in the late Middle Ages due to its religious connotations but has since been embraced more broadly for its elegant sound and meaning.
The name Domique experienced variable popularity over the given years, with notable peaks in 1985 (18 births) and subsequent declines, then a renewed interest around 1990-1993 (10-12 births). However, there were significant gaps in usage between 1994 and 1997 (only 8 births in 1994), followed by another peak in 1998 (10 births), and a subsequent drop-off with only 5 births each in 1997, 1999. Overall, the name was relatively uncommon throughout these years, with a total of just 139 recorded births.