Gioia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gioia is an Italian name meaning 'joy' or 'rejoicing', derived from the Latin word 'gaudia'. It evolved through historical forms from Latin to Italian. The name embodies traits of positivity and happiness, and it has no biblical relevance. Gioia has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in Italy and among Italian diaspora, and is often associated with a cheerful disposition.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gioia"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɔɪ.ə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Gioia is derived from the Italian word for 'joy' or 'rejoicing'. It has roots in the Latin word 'gaudia', which means 'joy' or 'delight'.
Meaning
joy, rejoicing
Language Evolution
Gaudia (Latin), Gioia (Italian)
Historical Usage
Gioia gained popularity in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities. It became more widely recognized in the late 20th century as Italian names became fashionable in other countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Joy, Gio, Gioiella
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Gioia is viewed as a vibrant and cheerful name, often associated with positivity and happiness.
Famous People
Gioia Marzocca, Italian artist, Gioia Timpanelli, American writer
📊 Gioia Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gioia"
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 "Gioia"
"Gioia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8441st of 9107 | 7 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8072nd of 9204 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5612th of 12526 | 89 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7240th of 19264 | 92 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10321st of 27321 | 90 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9257th of 35406 | 178 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5995th of 30306 | 248 |
Regional Popularity of "Gioia" 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 "Gioia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
67.24% 3017th/4487 |
- |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gioia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gioia" 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 "Gioia" in the United States
The name Gioia is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Gioia has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gioia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8441st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5612th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7240th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9257th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5995th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Gioia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.