Jovanny Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jovanny is a name of Latin origin derived from 'Iohannes', which means 'God is gracious'. It has evolved through various languages, including Hebrew and German, and has gained modern popularity, particularly in Hispanic communities. The name is associated with traits of grace and kindness, although it does not have a direct biblical reference.
The name Jovanny 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. 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, Jovanny has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too 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, 'Jovanny' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1392nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 978th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1927th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th 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 'Jovanny' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jovanny"
Pronunciation
/hoʊˈvæni/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Jovanny is derived from the Latin name 'Iohannes', which ultimately comes from the Hebrew name 'Yohanan', meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Iohannes (Latin), Johannes (Old High German), Yohanan (Hebrew), Johan (Dutch), Juan (Spanish), Jovan (Slavic)
Historical Usage
The name Jovanny gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Hispanic communities, as a modern variant of traditional names like Juan and Giovanni.
Variants & Derivatives
Jovan, Giovanni, Johan, Juan
Modern Popularity & Image
Jovanny is seen as a modern and unique name that carries cultural significance, especially among Hispanic families, and is associated with grace and kindness.
Famous People
Jovanny Mendez (American soccer player), Jovanny Ramos (Mexican artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jovanny"
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 "Jovanny"
"Jovanny" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1392nd of 16616 | 974 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 978th of 24088 | 2,882 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1927th of 23106 | 950 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Jovanny" 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) |
40.71% 1500th/3685 |
22.26% 996th/4475 |
29.67% 1541st/5194 |
12.41% 784th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.04% 1285th/4582 |
23.92% 1235th/5164 |
14.84% 1085th/7313 |
8.31% 620th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.44% 2129th/3984 |
52.98% 2377th/4487 |
25.89% 1766th/6822 |
20.25% 1271st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jovanny" 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 "Jovanny"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jovanny" 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.