Gianni
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Gianni: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2001.
Although Gianni feels warmly Italian, it has seen occasional use in Scotland as a stylish alternative to John. It is the Italian diminutive of Giovanni, which in turn comes from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." Famous bearers include the legendary film director Gianni Amelio and the late Gianni Versace, the fashion designer who founded the iconic Italian brand. The name Gianni also appears as a given name in Scotland's birth records, reflecting a trend of international names crossing borders. In Scotland, Gianni fits alongside other imported short forms like Giovanni itself, though it uniquely captures a breezy, continental flair while sharing roots with the classic Scottish name Ian.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20013 babies
- Latest (2001)
- #4233 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2001
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y