Giovanny Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Giovanny is an Italian name derived from Giovanni, which traces its roots back to the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' It has evolved through Latin and Italian forms and is currently popular in various cultures, especially among Italian and Hispanic communities. The name carries positive traits associated with grace and kindness, but it does not have a direct biblical relevance.
The name Giovanny is most popular in California, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Giovanny has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled 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 female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Giovanny' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5274th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1442nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 756th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1439th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17789th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Giovanny' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Giovanny"
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈvæni/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Giovanny is derived from the Italian form of the name Giovanni, which is the Italian equivalent of the Latin name Iohannes, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Iohannes (Latin), Giovanni (Italian), Giovanny (modern variant)
Historical Usage
The name Giovanni has been popular in Italy for centuries and has seen a rise in various forms, including Giovanny, in the 20th century, particularly in Hispanic and Italian communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Giovanni, Giovanna, Giovannino, Gianni, Gio
Modern Popularity & Image
Giovanny is perceived as a modern and unique name that combines traditional roots with contemporary appeal, especially popular among families with Italian or Hispanic heritage.
Famous People
Giovanny Bernardez, a notable athlete, Giovanny Gallegos, a professional baseball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Giovanny"
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 "Giovanny"
"Giovanny" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5274th of 10718 | 59 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1442nd of 16616 | 907 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 756th of 24088 | 4,171 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1439th of 23106 | 1,507 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17789th of 27321 | 25 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Giovanny" 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) |
- |
55.90% 1947th/3483 |
- |
55.96% 2263rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.74% 1612th/3685 |
23.13% 1035th/4475 |
30.65% 1592nd/5194 |
12.79% 808th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.24% 1065th/4582 |
16.71% 863rd/5164 |
11.66% 853rd/7313 |
6.81% 508th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
39.78% 1585th/3984 |
38.42% 1724th/4487 |
20.48% 1397th/6822 |
15.77% 990th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Giovanny" 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) |
- | - |
91.86% 4771st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Giovanny"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Giovanny" 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.