Giana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Giana is an Italian name derived from the Hebrew name John, meaning 'God is gracious.' It has evolved through various forms such as Giovanni and John. The name is modern and elegant, often associated with positive traits. It lacks biblical relevance but has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly among Italian communities.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Giana"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒiːənə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Giana is derived from the Italian form of the Hebrew name John, which means 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Giovanni (Italian), John (English), Yohanan (Hebrew)
Historical Usage
Giana gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine variant of the name John, particularly in Italian-speaking communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Gianna, Gina, Giannina
Modern Popularity & Image
Giana is viewed as a modern and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Giana Angelopoulos, Giana D'Angelo
📊 Giana Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Giana Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 515 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 35 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Giana"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Giana"
"Giana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11599th of 12526 | 7 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5706th of 19264 | 139 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2452nd of 27321 | 755 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 784th of 35406 | 5,329 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 833rd of 30306 | 3,912 |
Regional Popularity of "Giana" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Giana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
81.80% 3308th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.69% 2052nd/3685 |
27.53% 1232nd/4475 |
68.23% 3544th/5194 |
33.24% 2100th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.44% 845th/4582 |
7.36% 380th/5164 |
15.42% 1128th/7313 |
12.33% 920th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.07% 919th/3984 |
14.37% 645th/4487 |
13.93% 950th/6822 |
13.07% 820th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Giana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Giana" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Giana" in the United States
The name Giana is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Giana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Giana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11599th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5706th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2452nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 784th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 833rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Giana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.