Giovanna
Giovanna first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2005, when 408 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Giovanna popular?
Steady Giovanna has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2005.
| 2020s | 1,859 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 3,287 | |
| 2000s | 3,719 | |
| 1990s | 2,226 | |
| 1980s | 1,037 | |
| 1970s | 749 | |
| 1960s | 460 | |
| 1950s | 220 | |
| 1940s | 108 | |
| 1930s | 120 | |
| 1920s | 163 | |
| 1910s | 172 | |
| 1900s | 15 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Giovanna mean?
The Italian feminine of Giovanni (John), ultimately from Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious.' Shares the John root rather than the Hannah root.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Giovanna mean?
Giovanna means God is gracious. The Italian feminine of Giovanni (John), ultimately from Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious.' Shares the John root rather than the Hannah root.
What is the origin of the name Giovanna?
Giovanna is of italian origin.
How do you pronounce Giovanna?
Giovanna is pronounced “joh-VAH-nah.”
Is Giovanna a boy or a girl name?
Giovanna is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Giovanna a popular name right now?
Giovanna has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2005.
How popular is the name Giovanna?
In 2025, Giovanna ranked #878 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Giovanna most popular?
Giovanna was most popular in 2005, when about 408 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Giovanna?
Names similar to Giovanna include Capri, Carlotta, Giulia, Chiara, Gaia.
What names go well with Giovanna?
italian names that pair well with Giovanna include Luca, Gianna, Aria, Aurora, Beatrice.