Gianna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gianna is an Italian name derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' It evolved through various forms, including Giovanni, before becoming popular as Gianna. The name signifies grace and is often associated with Italian culture. It has no direct biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century. Today, it is seen as stylish and modern, with several variants like Giovanna and Gia. Notable individuals with this name include Gianna Michaels and Gianna Jessen.
The name Gianna is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, Gianna has been too rising for female in MidWest, too rising for female in Northeast, too rising for female in South, too rising for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Gianna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15544th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12559th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3850th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2049th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 773rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 124th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 43rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gianna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gianna"
Pronunciation
/dʒiˈɑːnə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Gianna is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, which means 'God is gracious.' It is a feminine form of the name Giovanni.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Johannes (Latin), Giovanni (Italian), Gianna (Italian)
Historical Usage
Gianna gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Italian-speaking regions and among Italian-American communities, often associated with the Catholic tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
Giovanna, Giana, Gia
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Gianna is perceived as a modern and elegant name, popular among parents seeking a name with Italian roots.
Famous People
Gianna Michaels (adult film actress), Gianna Jessen (pro-life activist), Gianna Nannini (singer-songwriter)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gianna"
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 "Gianna"
"Gianna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 15544th of 24088 | 28 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12559th of 23106 | 45 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3850th of 12526 | 190 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2049th of 19264 | 667 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 773rd of 27321 | 3,968 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 124th of 35406 | 42,768 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 43rd of 30306 | 57,032 |
Regional Popularity of "Gianna" 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 "Gianna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
- |
65.08% 1806th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.97% 2290th/2937 |
46.02% 1603rd/3483 |
- |
34.00% 1375th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.74% 875th/3685 |
8.60% 385th/4475 |
28.67% 1489th/5194 |
12.35% 780th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
3.64% 167th/4582 |
0.68% 35th/5164 |
3.19% 233rd/7313 |
2.21% 165th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
1.73% 69th/3984 |
0.51% 23rd/4487 |
0.85% 58th/6822 |
0.59% 37th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gianna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gianna" 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.