Giana
Giana is a girl's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Giana is an Italian feminine name derived from Giovanna, which traces back to the Hebrew name Yohanan. It serves as a modern alternative to traditional forms like Gianna and Jane. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady popularity as a soft, classic-sounding choice.
Popularity in the United States
10,431 babies in the United States have been named Giana since 1880. It ranks #1591 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #796.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.9 %)
- NY (12.5 %)
- FL (9.8 %)
- TX (8.2 %)
- NJ (7.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 43 |
| 1970-1980 | 84 |
| 1980-1990 | 252 |
| 1990-2000 | 946 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,412 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,721 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,973 |
Famous people named Giana
- Giana Romanova: Athlete, Runner
Nicknames
Gia, Gigi, Ana
Fun facts
- Giana originated in Italy as a truncated form of Giovanna, the Italian equivalent of Joan or Jane.
- It is a common single-n variant of the more popular Italian name Gianna.