Giovany Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjoh-VAH-nee / dʒoʊˈvɑːniItalian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: God is gracious; Spanish: variant of Giovanni
Historical & Cultural Background
Giovany is a variant of Giovanni, which is the Italian form of the name John. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Italy and Spanish-speaking countries. It has historical significance due to its biblical roots, being associated with figures such as John the Baptist and John the Apostle. The name has been used in various forms across different languages and cultures.
Trend Summary
Giovany has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Giovanni
- Giovanny
International Variants
- Juan (Spanish)
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Johann (German)
Famous people named Giovany
Giovany C. R. de Oliveira is a Brazilian footballer known for his skills on the field.
Giovany Escobar is a Colombian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Giovany Gonzalez is a Cuban-American musician celebrated for his work in the Latin music scene.
Giovany M. is a Mexican author known for his novels exploring cultural themes.
Fictional characters named Giovany
Giovany is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy', known for his role as a skilled warrior.
Giovany appears in the animated series 'El Chavo del 8' as a humorous side character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Giovany was first seen in the United States in 1981. Giovany has ranked as high as #1225 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Giovany has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Giovany (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 37 |
| 1997 | 32 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 49 |
| 2002 | 57 |
| 2003 | 58 |
| 2004 | 47 |
| 2005 | 66 |
| 2006 | 77 |
| 2007 | 103 |
| 2008 | 93 |
| 2009 | 116 |
| 2010 | 127 |
| 2011 | 95 |
| 2012 | 67 |
| 2013 | 48 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 13 |