Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Givanni since 1999
Babies named Givanni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 50 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Givanni is a modern American invention, first recorded in 1999. It is a creative respelling of Giovanni, the Italian form of John, and fits a broader trend of names ending in 'i' and 'o' with distinctive spellings. Though it has never cracked the top 10,000, Givanni reached its peak rank of 8,432 in 2014, when approximately 1 in 100,000 boys received the name. Since then, its usage has stabilized, reflecting a steady if modest presence. The name's trajectory suggests it remains a niche choice, appealing to parents seeking a familiar sound with a unique twist. As a modern coinage, Givanni carries no deep historical or cultural roots beyond its Italianate inspiration.
Givanni is a modern American respelling or variant of Giovanni, the Italian form of John. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1999 and saw a peak in 2014, reflecting a trend of creatively spelled versions of classic names. Its usage has remained stable since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gio, Vanni, G
Sibling names for Givanni
Names that share Givanni's style, for a brother or sister.
