Giovanni, originating from Italian roots, translates to "God is gracious" and is traditionally bestowed upon individuals born around mid-January. This name has been popular among families of Italian descent for centuries but has also gained international recognition due to its usage by notable figures such as Giovanni Verga, an Italian author, and Pope John Paul II, originally known as Karol Wojtyła before adopting his papal name. The variant spelling 'Giovanni' is also used in other Romance languages like Spanish and Portuguese, demonstrating the name's adaptability across linguistic boundaries.
The name Giovann appears to have been more popular during certain periods. Its highest popularity was in the years 1994 and 2007, with 7 and 8 births respectively. However, it has seen a decrease in usage recently, with only 5 births recorded in both 2017 and the total number of births over these years is 47.