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Giovanna

Girl name · 28 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Giovanna: 28 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 6 births in 2021.

Giovanna is the Italian feminine form of John, ultimately from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." This elegant name gained prominence through Giovanna d'Aragona, a Renaissance queen consort of Naples known for her patronage of the arts, and Giovanna Garzoni, a celebrated 17th-century still-life painter. It also connects to the influential Medici family, with Giovanna of Austria marrying into that powerful Florentine dynasty. While not traditionally Scottish, the name appears in modern Scotland as a multicultural choice, often chosen by families with Italian heritage. The English equivalent, Joanna, has been more common in Scotland historically, but Giovanna offers a melodic, international alternative that feels both classic and fresh.