Gianni
Gianni is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Gianni is an Italian masculine given name, originating as a diminutive of Giovanni, the Italian equivalent of John. It means 'God is gracious' and reflects a rich Italian cultural heritage. In the United States, its usage has grown steadily, appealing to parents looking for a classic yet stylish Italian option.
Popularity in the United States
15,487 babies in the United States have been named Gianni since 1880. It ranks #953 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #422.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.6 %)
- NY (12.6 %)
- FL (10.7 %)
- TX (9.8 %)
- IL (5.2 %)
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 | 59 |
| 1970-1980 | 230 |
| 1980-1990 | 295 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,373 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,556 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,500 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,474 |
Famous people named Gianni
- Gianni Versace: Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur
- Gianni Russo: Actor, Musician
- Gianni Infantino: Sports Executive
Nicknames
Gio
Fun facts
- Gianni began as a short form of Giovanni before establishing itself worldwide as an independent full name.
- The name gained major international visibility through renowned Italian fashion designer Gianni Versace.