Giona

“A feminine form of the name Giò, meaning 'God is gracious'.”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1678US 2023

522Births / yr

→Stable

59All-time births

📅 Since 200200

What does Giona mean and where does it come from?

Giona is of Italian origin and serves as a less common variant of names such as Gianna or Giovanni. The name signifies 'God is gracious' and is often selected by families with Christian values. While not widely popular, it stands out for its lyrical quality. Giona has also been used in the United St

Cultural significance

Giona has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a feminine form of the name giò, meaning 'god is gracious'..

Peak popularity

Reached #11995 in 2010 — currently #1678 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Giona?

Giona works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Giona Grace

How popular is Giona right now?

Holding steady — currently #1678 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#1678 · Top 1.2%

2005

2010

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1678	522	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1683	502	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1688	472	▲ up 10307 · +5144% births
2010	#11995	9	▲ up 4024 · +50% births
2005	#16019	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Giona

Best Year2023Rank #1678

Peak Count522

Average Rank#6613

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Giona

Giona is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 59 total births recorded, Giona remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16019 in 2005 to #1678 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Giona in 2010:

Isabella Sophia Emma Olivia Ava

💎Giona has only 59 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Giona?

Common

GioGionGionieGiony

What names sound and feel like Giona?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Giona also consider these

Ciona

Italy · Variant of Ciona,

Giana

Italy · Italian

Giora

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Giota

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Fiona

Scotland · white, fair

Gianna

Italy · God is gracious

Wiona

American · Native American

Gioia

Italy · joy, happiness

Common questions about the name Giona

What does the name Giona mean?

Giona means "A feminine form of the name Giò, meaning 'God is gracious'." — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Giona?

Giona is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Giona?

Giona originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Giona a common or rare name?

Giona is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Giona?

Giona naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.