Gianna
Gianna is a feminine name of Italian origin. It is a diminutive form of Giovanna, which is the Italian feminine version of John.
Gianna Meaning
God is gracious
Historical Significance
The name Gianna has been popular in Italy for centuries and has gained widespread popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Fun Fact
Gianna’s popularity in the US surged after the tragic death of basketball player Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna in 2020.
Literature Reference
In the novel ‘My Brilliant Friend’ by Elena Ferrante, one of the characters is named Gianna Greco.
Music Reference
The song ‘Gianna’ by Rino Gaetano, released in 1978, became a hit in Italy and features the name Gianna.
Famous Namesakes
- Gianna Bryant: Basketball player, known for Aspiring WNBA player, daughter of Kobe Bryant
- Gianna Nannini: Singer-songwriter, known for Hit singles ‘Bello e impossibile’ and ‘Fotoromanza’
- Gianna Jun: Actress, known for Starred in ‘My Sassy Girl’ and ‘Legend of the Blue Sea’
Similar Names
Giovanna, Giada, Giana, Gianne, Joanna
Gianna Nicknames
Gia, Gigi, Anna
Related Names
Sibling Names
Sophia, Isabella, Mia, Ava, Olivia, Emma, Aria, Luca, Matteo, Leonardo, Alessandro, Francesco, Lorenzo, Giovanni, Antonio, Marco