Giovanni

At a Glance

Meaning

Italian form of John, traditionally glossed 'God is gracious'

Origin

Italian

Gender

Boy

Pronunciation

joh-VAH-neeListen

Giovanni (joh-VAH-nee) is the Italian form of John, traditionally glossed 'God is gracious.' It reads as worldly, timeless, and classic, a name with a clear Italian origin that still feels familiar to American ears.

Meaning & Origin of Giovanni

Meaning: Italian form of John, traditionally glossed 'God is gracious'.

Origin: Italian.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Giovanni

Popularity of Giovanni

Giovanni peaked at #117 in 2010, when 3,434 boys were given the name, and it sits at #122 in 2024 with 2,951 babies. That's a gentle drift of just five spots from its high point, so the name has held steady in the top 125 for years.

Names Like Giovanni

These names share Giovanni’s style, era or origin.

• Angelo
• Matteo
• Alberto
• Alessandro
• Antonio
• Aurelio

FAQ

What does the name Giovanni mean?

Italian form of John, traditionally glossed ‘God is gracious’. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Giovanni?

Giovanni is pronounced joh-VAH-nee (IPA: /dʒoʊˈvɑːni/).

Is Giovanni a popular name right now?

Giovanni is near its all-time peak (#117 in 2010), ranked #122 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1907–2024.)

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