Gianni
Gianni is a girl's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Gianni is an Italian name originating as a pet form of Giovanni, meaning 'God is gracious'. While historically a masculine name in Italy, it has seen growing adoption as a feminine choice in the United States. Recent U.S. birth data shows a modern surge in usage for baby girls.
Popularity in the United States
3,429 babies in the United States have been named Gianni since 1880. It ranks #3027 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1059.
States where it is most popular
- FL (14.7 %)
- NY (14.4 %)
- TX (12.7 %)
- CA (12.3 %)
- PA (7.2 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 84 |
| 1990-2000 | 419 |
| 2000-2010 | 800 |
| 2010-2019 | 858 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,268 |
Fun facts
- In Italy, Gianni developed historically as a common diminutive for Giovanni, the Italian equivalent of John.
- Although traditionally masculine in Italy, Gianni has gained steady traction as a modern feminine name in the United States.