Gianna
Gianna first appears in US records in 1951. It peaked in 2020, when 7,903 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 5,634.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Gianna popular?
Rising Gianna has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 39,710 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 34,665 | |
| 2000s | 27,858 | |
| 1990s | 6,368 | |
| 1980s | 907 | |
| 1970s | 420 | |
| 1960s | 333 | |
| 1950s | 54 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Gianna mean?
Gianna is an Italian name, a short form of Giovanna — the feminine of John, “God is gracious.” St Gianna Molla is a modern Italian saint.
Nicknames for Gianna
- Gia
- Anna
Variants & spellings
- Giana
- Johanna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gianna mean?
Gianna means God is gracious. Gianna is an Italian name, a short form of Giovanna — the feminine of John, “God is gracious.” St Gianna Molla is a modern Italian saint.
What is the origin of the name Gianna?
Gianna is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Gianna?
Gianna is pronounced “jee-AH-nuh.”
Is Gianna a boy or a girl name?
Gianna is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Gianna a popular name right now?
Gianna has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Gianna?
In 2025, Gianna ranked #33 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Gianna most popular?
Gianna was most popular in 2020, when about 7,903 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Gianna?
Common nicknames for Gianna include Gia, Anna.
What names are similar to Gianna?
Names similar to Gianna include Aria, Beatrice, Bella, Viola, Bianca.
What names go well with Gianna?
Italian names that pair well with Gianna include Mia, Luca, Aria, Beatrice, Bella.