Giovanni
Giovanni is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via Latin and Italian origin, meaning “God is gracious”.
| Meaning | God is gracious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Latin and Italian |
| Pronunciation | joh-VAHN-nee |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Switzerland, United States |
Meaning and origin of Giovanni
Giovanni is the Italian form of John, from the Hebrew Yochanan, 'Yahweh is gracious'. Two great New Testament figures carried it: John the Baptist and John the apostle. Giovanni has been one of the most common Italian names for centuries, carried by popes, including John XXIII, and by artists such as Giovanni Bellini and the writer Giovanni Boccaccio.
Is Giovanni a Christian name?
Giovanni honours John the Baptist and John the apostle, and is among the most traditional Catholic names in Italy.
How popular is Giovanni?
A classic Italian name, still well used.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Giovanni mean?
Giovanni means 'God is gracious'. It is of Hebrew, via Latin and Italian origin.
Is Giovanni a Christian name?
Giovanni honours John the Baptist and John the apostle, and is among the most traditional Catholic names in Italy.
How do you pronounce Giovanni?
Giovanni is pronounced joh-VAHN-nee.
Is Giovanni a boy or girl name?
Giovanni is usually a boy name.