Giovanna

/ joh-VAH-nah /
girlclassicmodernitalian

“God is gracious” — Italian

#9292024 rank
2005peak year
13,455babies named Giovanna since 1880
▼ 13%5-year trend

Giovanna popularity over 145 years

💎 Rare find · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024

peak 200518801920196020002024

What does Giovanna mean?

The Italian feminine form of Giovanni, from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious'. A traditional name in Italy, borne historically by queens and saints.

OriginItalian
Syllables3
Gendergirl
Styleclassic, modern

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