Domainnimien
Domainnimien is a term used in theoretical discussions of internet identity and namespace design to denote a persistent, canonical name assigned to an entity within a domain name system. Unlike typical host labels or service subdomains, a domainnimien is intended to identify the entity itself across changes in hosting, branding, or infrastructure.
Coined from domain and nomen (name) to emphasize a stable nominal label, the concept arises in debates
A domainnimien is envisioned as a globally unique identifier that sits at a high level in the
Potential applications include brand-consistent identity across subsidiaries, cross-domain authentication, and research into long-term referential stability for
Critics point to governance complexity, privacy concerns, and risk of confusion with existing naming schemes. As