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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is gracious
- Origin
- Italian, feminine form of Giovanni/John, from Hebrew
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- joh-VAH-nuh
Giovanna is an Italian name for a girl, the feminine form of Giovanni, which is the Italian form of John and comes from Hebrew. It means "God is gracious." It's pronounced joh-VAH-nuh, and it has a worldly, classic feel that has stayed familiar over time.
Meaning & Origin of Giovanna
Meaning: God is gracious.
Origin: Italian, feminine form of Giovanni/John, from Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Giovanna
joh-VAH-nuhIPA /dʒoʊˈvɑːnə/
Popularity of Giovanna
Giovanna peaked at #638 in 2001, when 396 girls were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #929 with 284 babies, so it's still in use but not one you'll meet on every playground.
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FAQ
What does the name Giovanna mean?
God is gracious. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Giovanna?
Giovanna is pronounced joh-VAH-nuh (IPA: /dʒoʊˈvɑːnə/).
Is Giovanna a popular name right now?
Giovanna peaked at #638 in 2001 and is ranked #929 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1904–2024.)
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