Giavana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjee-AH-vah-nah / /dʒiˈɑː.və.nə/Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
God is gracious (Hebrew); variant of Giovanna (Italian)
Historical & Cultural Background
Giavana is derived from the Italian name Giovanna, which is the feminine form of Giovanni, meaning 'God is gracious.' In Italian culture, Giovanna has been a popular name, often associated with saints and historical figures. The Hebrew origin reflects a similar meaning, emphasizing grace and favor from God, which is a common theme in many Hebrew names. This dual heritage gives Giavana a rich cultural significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Giovanna
- Giovannina
International Variants
- Giovanna (Italian)
- Yohanna (Hebrew)
Famous people named Giavana
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Fictional characters named Giavana
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Giavana was first seen in the United States in 1998. Giavana has ranked as high as #1316 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Giavana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Giavana (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 14 |