Gianna

Associated with the Italian family of names related to Joanna/John, often explained as "gracious" in Hebrew-root naming tradition.

Gianna is a feminine given name established in Italian usage and widely recognized internationally. It often feels elegant and straightforward because it keeps a clear vowel pattern while still sounding distinctly Italian. In naming history, Gianna is commonly treated as a shortened form of Giovanna. Giovanna corresponds to the broader Joanna/John name family, traditionally derived from Hebrew Yohanan; that’s why references often explain the meaning in terms of graciousness in the Hebrew-root tradition. Pronunciation is usually jee-AH-nuh, with stress on the middle syllable. A practical tip is that English speakers sometimes flatten it to JEE-nuh; if you prefer the Italian rhythm, keep the open "AH" and the three-syllable flow.

Etymology: Italian Gianna is commonly treated as a shortened form of Giovanna, which corresponds to forms of Joanna/John derived from Hebrew Yohanan.