Giana

Giana is an English feminine name that arose as a simplified spelling of Gianna, itself the Italian diminutive of Giovanna, the Italian feminine form of Giovanni, which traces back through Latin Iohannes to the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning God is gracious. The name gained broader use in English-speaking countries during the twentieth century, partly through its phonetic appeal and partly through familiarity with the Italian original. Related forms include Gianna, Giovanna, Joanna, Joan, and Jane.