Dominic is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'domus', which means 'home'. It was originally a surname, meaning "of the household" or "of the home". The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages when it was borne by several early saints and martyrs, including St. Dominic de Guzman, who founded the Dominican Order in the 13th century. In English-speaking countries, Dominic has been a popular given name since the mid-20th century, often used as an alternative to more traditional names like Dominic or Dominick. It tends to rank consistently among the top 500 names for boys in the United States and other English-speaking nations.
"Dominic saw an 8-year gap between its peak years, with six births each in 2005 and 2012."