Giovanna
Giovanna is a girl name of Italian origin meaning “God is gracious”, pronounced joh-VAH-nah. It ranked #878 in the United States in 2025, given to 304 babies, and peaked at #638 in 2001. Common nicknames: Gio, Vanna, Gia.
How popular is Giovanna in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Giovanna mean, and where does it come from?
Giovanna is the Italian feminine of Giovanni, and so the Italian Joanna or Jane, from the Hebrew Yochanan — "God is gracious." It has been a standard Italian name for eight centuries, belonging to queens of Naples, a queen of Bulgaria and, in the twentieth century, to a long line of actresses in Italy and Brazil. Édith Piaf was baptised Édith Giovanna Gassion. American records hold the name since 1904, and it reached the top thousand in 1991 as Italian names came back into style.
How is Giovanna used around the world?
Giovanna is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 12+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Giovanna?
Famous People Named Giovanna
- Giovanna Antonelli — Brazilian actress
- Giovanna Fletcher — English author and broadcaster
- Giovanna of Italy — Queen consort of Bulgaria
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Giovanna mean?
Giovanna is a girl name of Italian origin meaning "God is gracious." Giovanna is the Italian feminine of Giovanni, and so the Italian Joanna or Jane, from the Hebrew Yochanan — "God is gracious." It has been a standard Italian name for eight centuries, belonging to queens of Naples, a queen of Bulgaria and, in the twentieth century, to a long line of actresses in Italy and Brazil.
How do you pronounce Giovanna?
Giovanna is pronounced joh-VAH-nah. Common variations include Giovana, Geovanna, Johanna.
Is Giovanna a girl name?
Yes, Giovanna is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Gio, Vanna, Gia.