Declining since 2017, #5,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Giavana since 1998
Babies named Giavana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 155 |
| 2010s | 242 |
| 2020s | 129 |
Meaning & origin
Giavana is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1998. It peaked in popularity in 2020, but has since been declining in use, ranking 5,410th in 2025. The name is given to about 1 in 69,881 baby girls today. Its appeal lies in its melodic sound and Italianate flair, fitting a trend of creatively respelled names ending in -ana. Though not tied to a specific state or cultural tradition, it remains a fresh, stylish choice for parents seeking a name that feels familiar yet distinctive.
Giavana is a modern American coinage, likely a respelling of Giovanna (Italian feminine form of John) combined with the fashionable suffix -ana. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1998, reflecting a trend of creating distinctive, melodious names by altering spellings of established names. The name has no deep historical roots and is primarily used in contemporary English-speaking contexts.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gia, Gigi, Vana
Sibling names for Giavana
Names that share Giavana's style, for a brother or sister.
