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Geovanni

joh-VAH-nee · God is gracious

2025 rank (boys)
#1,942
Babies named in 2025
79
Peak popularity
2008
2025 frequency
1 in 21,621 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2009

Declining since 2009, #1,942 for boys today.

Popularity of Geovanni since 1973

Babies named Geovanni per year in U.S. Social Security records.

72145217198020002020Most births 2008Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s33
1980s193
1990s763
2000s1,447
2010s1,370
2020s584

Meaning & origin

Geovanni is a modern American variant of the classic Italian name Giovanni. First recorded in U.S. birth data in 1973, it peaked in popularity at rank 1,942 in 2008, with an incidence of 1 in 21,621 boys in 2025. Since 2009, its usage has been declining, though it remains most common in California, Texas, and Florida. The name reflects a broader trend of adapting European names into phonetic spellings that suit English or Spanish pronunciation patterns.

Geovanni is a variant of Giovanni, the Italian form of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' It emerged as a phonetic spelling influenced by Spanish and Portuguese naming patterns, particularly in the United States among Hispanic communities. The name has been recorded since 1973 and saw a rise in popularity during the 2000s.

Where Geovanni is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Fewermore per 100k boystoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Geo, Gio, Vanni

Variants: Giovanni, Geovani, Giovanny

Sibling names for Geovanni

Names that share Geovanni's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

G is for Geovanni, our favorite little boy.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Geovanni mean?
Geovanni means 'God is gracious,' derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan.
How popular is the name Geovanni?
As of 2025, Geovanni ranked 1,942nd in the U.S., with approximately 1 in 21,621 boys given the name that year.
Is Geovanni a boy's name?
Yes, Geovanni is almost exclusively used for boys.