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      Meaning of the first name Domina

      Origin

      Latin

      Meaning

      Mistress or Lady, Feminine of Dominus

      Variations

      Domino, Dominy, Romina
      The name Domina originates from Latin, where it translates to mistress or lady. It serves as the feminine form of Dominus, which means lord or master. In its essence, Domina conveys a sense of authority, respect, and power, often associated with high status or noble rank. Historically, it was used to denote women who held significant positions, either by birth or through their roles in society.

      Historically, the term Domina was commonly employed in Roman society to refer to women of status and influence. Roman households would denote the lady of the house as Domina, indicating her authority over household affairs and her role as the head of the domestic sphere. This title also carried connotations of reverence, as it was often used in religious contexts to refer to goddesses and female saints, emphasizing the respect accorded to women in certain societal frameworks throughout history.

      In contemporary usage, Dom

      Based on our records...

      Robert

      Robert

      This is the most common surname associated with Domina.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Domina.
      Joseph

      Joseph

      This is the most common name for a child of a Domina.
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      1885 is when there were the most people born with the first name Domina.

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