Giovani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Giovani has its origins in Italian, deriving from the Latin name Iohannes, which means 'God is gracious'. It has evolved through various forms, notably Giovanni, and is commonly used in Italian-speaking cultures. The name embodies traits of grace and favor. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Giovani is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Giovani has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Giovani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5019th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1629th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 755th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1025th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Giovani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Giovani"
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈvɑːni/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Giovani is derived from the Latin name 'Iohannes', which means 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Iohannes (Latin), Johannes (Medieval Latin), Giovanni (Italian), Giovani (Italian, plural form)
Historical Usage
Giovani gained popularity in Italy during the Renaissance period and has remained a common name in Italian-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Giovanni, Giovanna, Giovannino
Modern Popularity & Image
Giovani is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with youth and vitality.
Famous People
Giovani dos Santos - Mexican footballer, Giovani Bernard - American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Giovani"
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 "Giovani"
"Giovani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5019th of 10718 | 66 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1629th of 16616 | 753 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 755th of 24088 | 4,182 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1025th of 23106 | 2,466 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Giovani" 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) |
- |
50.82% 1770th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.49% 1787th/3685 |
27.31% 1222nd/4475 |
32.85% 1706th/5194 |
14.86% 939th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.03% 918th/4582 |
17.53% 905th/5164 |
11.09% 811th/7313 |
7.36% 549th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.02% 1196th/3984 |
29.02% 1302nd/4487 |
16.61% 1133rd/6822 |
11.84% 743rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Giovani" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Giovani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Giovani" 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.