Jiovanna Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: jee-OH-vah-nah //dʒiˈoʊ.və.nə//
Origin: Italian; Latin
Meaning: God is gracious (Italian); youthful (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jiovanna is a variant of the name Giovanna, which is the Italian form of the name Joanna. The etymology of Joanna can be traced back to the Hebrew name Yochanah, meaning "God is gracious." This Hebrew name was transliterated into Greek as Ioanna and subsequently into Latin as Joanna, before evolving into various forms in different languages, including the Italian Giovanna.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, which brought many Norman names into the English lexicon, including Joanna and its variants. Historically, the name Joanna has significant biblical roots, as it appears in the New Testament.
Joanna was one of the women who followed Jesus and was mentioned in the Gospel of Luke, specifically in the 8th chapter, where she is described as a supporter of Jesus' ministry. The name has been borne by various saints, including Saint Joanna, who is venerated in Christian tradition.
The name's presence in religious texts and its association with virtuous figures contributed to its enduring popularity throughout the centuries. Culturally, the name Jiovanna and its variants have been associated with grace and favor, reflecting the meaning of its Hebrew origin.
In Italian culture, Giovanna is often celebrated in literature and art, symbolizing femininity and strength. The name has also inspired various diminutive forms, such as Gianna, which further illustrate its adaptability and resonance across different cultures.
The historical significance of Jiovanna, as a derivative of a name with deep roots in religious and cultural traditions, underscores its lasting appeal.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jiovanna was first seen in the United States in 1990.
Jiovanna has ranked as high as #16463 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jiovanna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jiovanna is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jiovanna was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jiovanna.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 |
| 2017 | 10 | 10 |
| 2016 | 8 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 | 8 |
| 2012 | 6 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 | 6 |
| 2001 | 10 | 10 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 | 7 |
| 1996 | 8 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 9 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Jiovanna
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