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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is gracious (via Giovanni)
- Origin
- Italian
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- JAH-nee
Gianni is an Italian boy's name, a shortened form of Giovanni, and it carries the same meaning: God is gracious. It's pronounced JAH-nee, and its style fits both a global, well-traveled feel and a clean, modern simplicity for parents drawn to shorter names with old roots.
Meaning & Origin of Gianni
Meaning: God is gracious (via Giovanni).
Origin: Italian.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Gianni
JAH-neeIPA /ˈdʒɑːni/
Popularity of Gianni
Gianni peaked at #354 in 2020 with 897 baby boys given the name, then eased down to #483 in 2024 with 638 — still a name Social Security has tracked every year since 1962.
Names Like Gianni
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FAQ
What does the name Gianni mean?
God is gracious (via Giovanni). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Gianni?
Gianni is pronounced JAH-nee (IPA: /ˈdʒɑːni/).
Is Gianni a popular name right now?
Gianni peaked at #354 in 2020 and is ranked #483 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1962–2024.)
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