Giovany Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Giovany is an Italian-derived name meaning 'God is gracious', tracing its roots back to the Hebrew name Yohanan. It has evolved through several languages, including Greek and Latin. The name is often associated with good traits such as kindness and warmth. Although it does not have a biblical background, it is linked to the widely used name John. Its popularity surged in the late 20th century, and it continues to be a modern and fashionable choice today.
The name Giovany 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Giovany has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male 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 male in West. Across generations, 'Giovany' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3854th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1836th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4565th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Giovany' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Giovany"
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈvɑːni/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Giovany is derived from the Italian name 'Giovanni', which is the equivalent of 'John' in English. It originates from the Hebrew name 'Yohanan', meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yohanan (Hebrew), Ioannes (Greek), Johannes (Latin), Giovanni (Italian), Giovany (Spanish/English adaptation)
Historical Usage
Giovany gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially among Hispanic communities, as a modern variant of Giovanni.
Variants & Derivatives
Giovanni, John, Juan, Giovanny
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Giovany is perceived as a trendy and modern name, particularly within Spanish-speaking cultures, and it is associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Giovany Gallardo, professional football player, Giovany Soto, Major League Baseball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Giovany"
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 "Giovany"
"Giovany" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3854th of 16616 | 213 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1836th of 24088 | 1,119 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4565th of 23106 | 262 |
Regional Popularity of "Giovany" 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) |
- | - | - |
30.54% 1929th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.52% 1811th/4582 |
55.23% 2852nd/5164 |
22.49% 1645th/7313 |
15.97% 1192nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
55.69% 3799th/6822 |
48.04% 3015th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Giovany" 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 "Giovany"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Giovany" 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.