Gracious
Gianna is an Italian diminutive of Giovanna, which is the feminine form of Giovanni. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' The name gained significant popularity in the United States during the 21st century, often associated with Saint Gianna Beretta Molla.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Italian Roman Catholic pediatrician and canonized saint
Promising youth basketball player and daughter of Kobe Bryant
Public figure known as 'Gigi' Bryant
