Dominica
Lady of the Lord
Pronunciation: də-MIN-ih-kah (/dəˈmɪnɪkə/)
What does Dominica mean?
Feminine form of Dominus, derived from dominus meaning 'lord'. The name Dominica is used to refer to the seventh day of the week, Sunday.
Dominica in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Dominica
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Spiritual & cultural context
Dedication to the Lord
Dominica, an island nation located in the Caribbean region, was named by Christopher Columbus in 1493 when he stumbled upon it on November 3, the Feast Day of the Roman Catholic Church's Santa Maria de la Consolación (Virgin of the Rosary). He named the island 'Dominica', which means 'Sunday' in Latin, due to the observation of a native crowd gathering on the coast to welcome the arriving ships, presumably for a weekly celebration. This name highlights the island's historical connection to the Catholic Church and its early inhabitants' adherence to the Christian faith.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Saint connection: Saint Dominic
Popularity of Dominica by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | IT | 71 | 2024 |
| Spain | ES | 79 | 2024 |
| United Kingdom | UK | 64 | 2024 |
| France | FR | 54 | 2024 |