Gia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEE-uh / dʒiːəItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: God is gracious; Latin: youthful
Historical & Cultural Background
Gia is often considered a diminutive of Gianna, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking regions. The name has also been embraced in the United States, where it has seen a rise in usage since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Gia has experienced a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gianna
- Gina
International Variants
- Gia (Italian)
- Gía (Vietnamese)
Famous people named Gia
Gia Carangi was an American model known for her influence in the fashion industry during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Gia Allemand was an American model and actress, recognized for her appearances on reality television.
Gia Mantegna is an American actress known for her roles in various television series and films.
Gia Sandhu is a Canadian actress known for her work in film and television.
Fictional characters named Gia
Gia is a character in the animated film 'The Lion Guard', known for her adventurous spirit.
Gia is a character in the video game series 'Final Fantasy', recognized for her role in the storyline.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gia was first seen in the United States in 1957. Gia has ranked as high as #496 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Gia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 214 | |
| TX | 123 | |
| FL | 104 | |
| NY | 81 | |
| NJ | 73 | |
| PA | 46 | |
| OH | 45 | |
| IL | 41 | |
| NC | 38 | |
| AZ | 36 | |
| VA | 28 | |
| GA | 27 | |
| CT | 23 | |
| LA | 20 | |
| MA | 17 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 43 |
| 1959 | 51 |
| 1960 | 41 |
| 1961 | 52 |
| 1962 | 59 |
| 1963 | 79 |
| 1964 | 71 |
| 1965 | 113 |
| 1966 | 132 |
| 1967 | 93 |
| 1968 | 101 |
| 1969 | 192 |
| 1970 | 166 |
| 1971 | 125 |
| 1972 | 116 |
| 1973 | 72 |
| 1974 | 83 |
| 1975 | 67 |
| 1976 | 62 |
| 1977 | 93 |
| 1978 | 90 |
| 1979 | 68 |
| 1980 | 75 |
| 1981 | 77 |
| 1982 | 78 |
| 1983 | 68 |
| 1984 | 82 |
| 1985 | 55 |
| 1986 | 65 |
| 1987 | 55 |
| 1988 | 73 |
| 1989 | 68 |
| 1990 | 70 |
| 1991 | 67 |
| 1992 | 50 |
| 1993 | 65 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 61 |
| 1996 | 56 |
| 1997 | 47 |
| 1998 | 174 |
| 1999 | 199 |
| 2000 | 225 |
| 2001 | 318 |
| 2002 | 326 |
| 2003 | 330 |
| 2004 | 348 |
| 2005 | 372 |
| 2006 | 454 |
| 2007 | 449 |
| 2008 | 417 |
| 2009 | 507 |
| 2010 | 814 |
| 2011 | 1,057 |
| 2012 | 938 |
| 2013 | 933 |
| 2014 | 886 |
| 2015 | 879 |
| 2016 | 873 |
| 2017 | 783 |
| 2018 | 802 |
| 2019 | 761 |
| 2020 | 938 |
| 2021 | 1,141 |
| 2022 | 1,182 |
| 2023 | 1,163 |
| 2024 | 1,191 |