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Domitila

Girl name · Mexican

Meaningpossibly gentle · Latin

Domitila is a Mexican girl name thought to mean “gentle”, with Latin roots. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Domitila has the name Ila hiding inside it.
  • GenerationDomitila peaked in 1888, which makes it a Victorian-era favorite, the kind of name you'd find on a great-great-grandparent.
  • HistoryDomitila first shows up in US birth records in 1888, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 137 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1888–2025

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About the name Domitila

Domitila is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “possibly gentle”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1880s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

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Questions about the name Domitila

What does the name Domitila mean?

Domitila means “possibly gentle” and comes from Latin. Name experts don't fully agree on its roots, so this is the most likely meaning rather than a certainty. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Millie (“gentle strength”), Yuna (“often gentle”), Halima (“gentle, patient”) and Mildred (“gentle strength”).

What is the origin of the name Domitila?

Domitila is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Latin. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).

Is Domitila a boy or girl name?

Domitila is a girl name.

How popular is the name Domitila?

Domitila is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2002. It peaked at #1,276 in 1888, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What names are similar to Domitila?

If you like Domitila, you might also like Millie, Yuna, Halima and Mildred.

What should I know before naming my baby Domitila?

Domitila is a Mexican girl name thought to mean “gentle”, with Latin roots. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.