Gianina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gianina is an Italian name that means 'God is gracious,' deriving from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It has evolved through several historical forms, maintaining its roots in religious significance. The name is associated with grace and has gained popularity within Italian culture. It is seen as elegant and rich in heritage, with notable individuals bearing this name.
The name Gianina is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gianina has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gianina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5777th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7302nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7756th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gianina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gianina"
Pronunciation
/dʒiˈɑːnɪnə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Gianina is a diminutive form of the name Gianna, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Iohannes (Latin), Giovanni (Italian), Gianna (Italian), Gianina (Italian)
Biblical Background
The name has biblical roots through its connection to Yochanan, reflecting grace and favor from God.
Historical Usage
Gianina gained popularity in Italy and among Italian communities in the early 20th century, often used as a feminine form of Giovanni.
Variants & Derivatives
Gianna, Giana, Giovanna, Nina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gianina is viewed as an elegant and culturally rich name, appealing to those who appreciate Italian heritage.
Famous People
Gianina S. (a notable Italian artist), Gianina R. (a prominent figure in contemporary Italian literature)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gianina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gianina"
"Gianina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8845th of 19264 | 61 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5777th of 27321 | 225 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7302nd of 35406 | 249 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7756th of 30306 | 172 |
Regional Popularity of "Gianina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gianina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
- |
53.57% 3384th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
64.56% 4818th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
82.50% 5628th/6822 |
78.59% 4932nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gianina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gianina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.