Jiovani is an Italian given name, derived from the Latin word "iovianus," which means "of Jupiter" or "belonging to Jupiter." It was originally used as a personal name but has since been adopted as a surname in some cases. In Italy, Jiovani is more commonly found in the southern regions, particularly in Campania and Sicily. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to its association with Jupiter, the Roman god of sky and thunder, who was also known as the king of gods. Jiovani is often considered a variant of Giovani or Giovanni, which are both popular Italian names meaning "God is gracious." However, unlike these two names, Jiovani is less common and may be considered more unique in many cultures today.
The name Jiovani has experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over time. With a total of 634 births recorded between 1988 and 2023, it appears that the name's peak occurred around the late 1990s to early 2000s, with more than 20 births per year during those years. However, since then, its popularity has declined somewhat, with fewer than 30 births per year recorded from 2004 onwards. Despite this decrease in popularity, Jiovani remains a unique and distinctive name choice.