Jovani
Jovani is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Jovani is a modern variant of Giovanni, which derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It reflects a contemporary, stylish adaptation popular in the United States since the late 20th century. Today, it remains a steadily used choice for boys, offering a melodic and international sound.
Popularity in the United States
7,355 babies in the United States have been named Jovani since 1880. It ranks #1410 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1064.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.1 %)
- TX (16.8 %)
- FL (11.6 %)
- NY (7.7 %)
- IL (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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 18 |
| 1980-1990 | 312 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,162 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,606 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,216 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,041 |
Famous people named Jovani
- Jovani Welch: Footballer, Athlete
Nicknames
Jovi, Jo
Fun facts
- Jovani developed as a simplified, phonetic American adaptation of the classic Italian name Giovanni.
- The name has maintained a steady presence in U.S. birth statistics over the past few decades.