Yovani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yovani is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is gracious.' It evolved from the name Yochanan and has various historical forms. The name is associated with positive traits such as grace and kindness, and it is not directly referenced in the Bible. It has gained popularity particularly in Spanish-speaking cultures since the 20th century.
The name Yovani 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, Yovani 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, 'Yovani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3219th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1660th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3039th 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 'Yovani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yovani"
Pronunciation
/joʊˈvɑːni/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Yovani is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, which means 'God is gracious.' It is often interpreted as a variant form of the name John.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan, Johanan, Yohanan, Yovani
Historical Usage
Yovani has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly within Spanish-speaking communities, where it became more common in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Yohanan, Yohan, Yovanny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Yovani is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Yovani Gallardo, Yovani Sánchez
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yovani"
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 "Yovani"
"Yovani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3219th of 16616 | 278 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1660th of 24088 | 1,305 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3039th of 23106 | 469 |
| 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 "Yovani" 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) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
- |
47.05% 2444th/5194 |
25.55% 1614th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.94% 1830th/4582 |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
20.47% 1497th/7313 |
15.78% 1178th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
38.24% 2609th/6822 |
33.22% 2085th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Yovani" 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 "Yovani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yovani" 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.