Yovanni

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Yovanni Pronunciation

Yovanni is pronounced yoh-VAH-nee /joʊˈvɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: A Latino spelling of Giovanni — the Italian form of John, from Hebrew Yochanan, 'God is gracious'Medium

In 30 seconds: God is gracious: Yovanni spells Giovanni — 'God is gracious'. Lyrical, warm, and classic (said 'yoh-VAH-nee').

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Origin MediumHebrew, Italian

MeaningA Latino spelling of Giovanni — the Italian form of John, from Hebrew Yochanan, 'God is gracious'

U.S. rank (2024)#5870 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 656

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Yovanni is a Latino spelling of Giovanni — the Italian form of John, from Hebrew Yochanan, 'God is gracious' (Yah, 'God', plus chanan, 'gracious'). A lyrical, warm name across the Hispanic world; the Yo-/-i spelling reflects Spanish phonetics (said 'yoh-VAH-nee'; nickname Yova).

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, God-is-gracious at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Giovanni is the Italian John, 'God is gracious' (Hebrew Yochanan) — Yovanni is a Latino spelling, lyrical and warm (said 'yoh-VAH-nee').

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Giovanni — root etymology

Variations

GiovanniYovaniJovani

Nicknames

Yova

Themes & Styles

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If you like Yovanni…

Giovanni— the Italian form

Yovani— a fellow spelling

Jovani— a companion spelling

Geovanni— another Latino spelling

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Yovanni?

Yovanni is pronounced yoh-VAH-nee (/joʊˈvɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Yovanni said aloud.

How do you say Yovanni?

Yovanni is said yoh-VAH-nee (/joʊˈvɑ.ni/). Press play above to hear Yovanni said aloud.

What does the name Yovanni mean?

Yovanni spells Giovanni — the Italian John, Hebrew 'God is gracious'.

Is Yovanni a boy or girl name?

Yovanni is a boy's name.

How popular is Yovanni?

Yovanni is a rare name in the U.S.