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Gionni

JOH-nee · Italian form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.

2025 rank (boys)
#2,641
Babies named in 2025
49
Peak popularity
2012
2025 frequency
1 in 34,859 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2013

Declining since 2013, #2,641 for boys today.

Popularity of Gionni since 1991

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

62123185200020102020Most births 2012GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1990s546
2000s31210
2010s481,125
2020s57527

Meaning & origin

Gionni first appeared in U.S. records in 1991, a relatively recent arrival for a name with deep Italian roots. At its peak in 2012, the name saw modest usage before entering a gradual decline that began around 2013. As of 2025, it ranks 2,641st, with about 1 in 34,859 newborn boys receiving the name. The states where Gionni has been most common include Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Florida, reflecting patterns of Italian-American settlement. While never reaching widespread popularity, Gionni offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Giovanni or Gianni, appealing to families seeking a name that feels both familiar and unique.

Gionni is an Italian variant of Giovanni, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It emerged as a diminutive or informal form, occasionally used as a given name in its own right. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the late 20th century, particularly in Italian-American communities.

Where Gionni 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: Gio, Nino

Variants: Giovanni, Gianni, Johnny

Sibling names for Gionni

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Gionni mean?
Gionni means 'God is gracious', as it is an Italian variant of John, derived from the Hebrew Yochanan.
How popular is the name Gionni?
In the most recent year (2025), Gionni ranked 2,641st in the United States, with approximately 1 in 34,859 boys given the name. Its peak popularity was in 2012.
Is Gionni a boy's name or a girl's name?
Gionni is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.