Gioia Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance: Name: Gioia – Meaning: joy (gem) – Origin: Italian – Gender: primarily used for girls – Pronunciation: JOH-yuh

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Gioia is an Italian name meaning joy, sometimes described as "gem." It's a name with real history in U.S. records, tracked by the Social Security Administration going back to 1925. If you're drawn to a short, warm-sounding name with a clear, uncomplicated meaning, Gioia is worth a closer look.

Meaning & Origin of Gioia

Meaning: Joy (gem).

Origin: Italian.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Gioia

Phonetic: JOH-yuh   IPA: /ˈdʒɔɪə/

Popularity of Gioia

Gioia has always been rare in the U.S.: its best showing was rank #3009 back in 1929, with just 10 babies given the name that year. In 2024, it sat at #5484 with 23 babies — more babies than its 1929 peak, but a lower rank, reflecting how many more names are in circulation today.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1925–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Gioia mean?

Joy (gem). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Gioia)

How do you pronounce Gioia?

Gioia is pronounced JOH-yuh (IPA: /ˈdʒɔɪə/).

Is Gioia a popular name right now?

Gioia peaked at #3009 in 1929 and is ranked #5484 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1925–2024.)

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