Gianna is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #3174 in 1997 with 4 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 139 births ranking #312. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 33.3%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 73,296 girls born was named Gianna. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Gianna is a luminous Italian classic meaning God is gracious. It feels elegant, warm, and very much at home in modern naming.
The name has long Italian roots and later became a major favourite internationally because it sounds both traditional and contemporary. Its popularity has been especially strong among parents who love soft Italian-style names.