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Giona
Dove (Italian Jonah)
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
it
Origin and meaning of Giona
Giona is the Italian form of the Hebrew Yonah, 'dove', the bird symbolising peace and purity. It is the name of the biblical prophet who, in the story, was swallowed by a great fish and then saved — an image of rebirth and divine mercy. Found mostly in Italy in religious families, it stays fairly rare; the international forms Jonah, Jonas and Jonás are far more common abroad.
Variants around the world
How Giona sounds in other languages.
JonahJonasJonás
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Giona mean?
The name Giona means Dove (Italian Jonah).
What is the origin of the name Giona?
Origin of Giona: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Giona?
International variants of Giona: Jonah, Jonas, and Jonás.