#1222024 rank
2010peak year
79,382babies named Giovanni since 1880
▲ +10%5-year trend
Giovanni popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Giovanni mean?
The Italian form of John, from Hebrew Yochanan, 'God is gracious'. Borne by Renaissance masters and poets alike, it is Italy's classic male name.
OriginItalian
Syllables3
Genderboy
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Giovanni
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Famous Giovannis
- Giovanni Ribisi, actor
Spellings & variants
GianniGian
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