Giannis Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-nis / /ˈjɑː.nɪs/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: God is my strength; Hebrew: gift from God
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek culture, Giannis is a common name derived from Ioannis, reflecting a strong religious significance. In Hebrew tradition, the name emphasizes the concept of divine gifts and blessings.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Gianni
- Yannis
International Variants
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Juan (Spanish)
- Ioannis (Greek)
Famous people named Giannis
Giannis Antetokounmpo — professional basketball player.
Giannis Varoufakis — economist and politician.
Fictional characters named Giannis
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Giannis was first seen in the United States in 2014. Giannis has ranked as high as #1231 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Giannis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Giannis (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 13 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| IL | 10 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 61 |
| 2019 | 144 |
| 2020 | 126 |
| 2021 | 155 |
| 2022 | 162 |
| 2023 | 138 |
| 2024 | 122 |