Giovanna
Giovanna is a girl's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Giovanna is a traditional Italian name derived from the Late Latin Ioannes, ultimately tracing back to Hebrew. It is the feminine counterpart to Giovanni and corresponds to the English name Jane or Joan. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage as an elegant, classic Italian choice.
Popularity in the United States
14,135 babies in the United States have been named Giovanna since 1880. It ranks #1327 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #834.
States where it is most popular
- NY (20.4 %)
- CA (20.2 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- FL (9.4 %)
- NJ (9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 15 |
| 1910-1920 | 172 |
| 1920-1930 | 163 |
| 1930-1940 | 120 |
| 1940-1950 | 108 |
| 1950-1960 | 220 |
| 1960-1970 | 460 |
| 1970-1980 | 749 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,037 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,226 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,719 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,287 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,859 |
Famous people named Giovanna
- Giovanna Mezzogiorno: Actress
- Giovanna Antonelli: Actress
Nicknames
Gia, Gio, Nina, Vanna
Fun facts
- Giovanna has long been one of the most prominent traditional feminine names in Italy.
- Saint Giovanna (Joan of Arc in Italian context, or Blessed Joan of Aza) contributes to the name's deep historical roots in Christian tradition.