Giovanni

Rank 122nd Boy Name

In 2022, the name Giovanni was 122nd most popular baby name for boys and 212th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 2,978 babies were named Giovanni in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 1,129 babies in the United States were named Giovanni. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 2.6% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Giovanni is around 16 to 17 years old.

The name "Giovanni" is well know, but not overly common.

Nicknames for Giovanni include Gio and Gianni.

Giovanni Meaning & Origin

Giovanni is an Italian name that means "God is gracious," implying a person blessed with God's favor and kindness.

The name Giovanni is described as aristocratic, authentic and spirited.

Pronunciation

Giovanni is pronounced gi-o-van-nee in English. The name Giovanni has 8 letters and 3 or 4 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Giovanni

Giovanni is the Italian equivalent of John, and it has been borne by numerous popes and saints throughout history. Among the most famous holders of the name is Giovanni Pico della Mirandola, a renowned Italian philosopher during the Renaissance.

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Data Source

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U.S. Name Statistics provided by the Social Security Administration based on data from SSN Applications

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