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Gianna
God is gracious (short for Giovanna)
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Origin and meaning of Gianna
Gianna is a short form of Giovanna, from the Hebrew Yohanan via the Latin Ioanna, meaning 'God is gracious, gift of God'. The feminine of Gianni and Giovanni, it blends brevity and sweetness. It is borne by Saint Gianna Beretta Molla, a doctor and mother canonised in 2004, and by the famous singer-songwriter Gianna Nannini. Popular mainly in Italy, in recent years it has been embraced in the English-speaking world too.
Variants around the world
How Gianna sounds in other languages.
GiovannaJanaJohannaJoanna
Famous people
- Santa Gianna Beretta Molla— saint
- Gianna Nannini— singer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gianna mean?
The name Gianna means God is gracious (short for Giovanna).
What is the origin of the name Gianna?
Origin of Gianna: Italian and Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Gianna?
International variants of Gianna: Giovanna, Jana, Johanna, and Joanna.