Declining since 2006, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Jiovanny since 1990
Babies named Jiovanny per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 74 |
| 2000s | 183 |
| 2010s | 158 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Jiovanny is a modern American respelling of Giovanni, the Italian form of John. First recorded in the United States in 1990, the name reached its peak popularity in 2009, ranking 8,243 in 2025. It has been on a downward trajectory since 2006, with an estimated 1 in every 189,786 boys receiving the name in its latest year. The name's growth occurred primarily in the 2000s, reflecting broader trends favoring Italian-sounding names. While Jiovanny has not been strongly associated with any particular state, its usage is most common in communities with Italian American heritage.
Jiovanny is a modern respelling of Giovanni, the Italian form of John. John ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' The variant Jiovanny emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the popularity of Giovanni and other Italian names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gio, Vanny, Jio
Sibling names for Jiovanny
Names that share Jiovanny's style, for a brother or sister.
