Dominicus History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Dominicus

What does the name Dominicus mean?

The noble French surname Dominicus is of patronymic origin, that is, it is derived from the first name of the father of the initial bearer. In this instance, the name indicates "son of Dominicus," the French form of Dominic. The personal name Dominic is derived from the Latin "Dominicus," literally meaning "belonging to the Lord."

Early Origins of the Dominicus family

The surname Dominicus was first found in the southern region of Languedoc, where they held lands and estates since the early Middle Ages. Although the name is originally a French surname, there was an early migration of people, including those with the surname Dominicus, to Britain in the 12th and 13th centuries.

Early History of the Dominicus family

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Dominicus Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Dominic, Dominque, Dominicus, Domine, Dominis and others.

Early Notables of the Dominicus family

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Dominicus migration to the United States +

Dominicus Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

John Dominicus, who settled in Virginia in 1733
Joseph Dominicus, who settled in Philadelphia in 1790

Contemporary Notables of the name Dominicus (post 1700) +

Johann Dominicus Fiorillo (1748-1821), German painter and historian of art, son of Ignazio Fiorillo
Dominicus Claessens (1635-1690), Flemish still life painter and engraver