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Giovanna
God is gracious (fem.)
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
it
Origin and meaning of Giovanna
Giovanna is the feminine of Giovanni, going back to the Hebrew Yôḥānān, 'God is gracious, merciful.' An ancient, noble name borne by queens and saints — most famously Joan of Arc — it has been common in Italy in every era and enjoys great popularity in Brazil too. It corresponds to French Jeanne, English Joanna and Spanish Juana, remaining a solid classic with a bright, auspicious meaning.
Variants around the world
How Giovanna sounds in other languages.
JoanJeanneJuanaJohanna
Famous people
- Giovanna d'Arco— saint
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Giovanna mean?
The name Giovanna means God is gracious (fem.).
What is the origin of the name Giovanna?
Origin of Giovanna: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Giovanna?
International variants of Giovanna: Joan, Jeanne, Juana, and Johanna.