Giovanni is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #576 in 2024 with 66 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 73 births ranking #531. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 247.4%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 4,209 boys born was named Giovanni. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Giovanni is the Italian form of John and means "God is gracious". It combines deep biblical roots with an unmistakably warm, elegant Italian sound.
The name has been central in Italian naming for centuries and appears across art, religion, and family history. In English-speaking use, it often feels refined and expressive without being unfamiliar.