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Origin: Italian

Meaning: God is gracious, graced by Yahweh

As a short form of Giovanni and Giovanna, Giova is an Italian name with gender-neutral flexibility. Meaning “God is gracious” and “graced by Yahweh,” Giova ultimately derives from the Hebrew Yehochanan, which inspired thousands of variations worldwide. Giova holds its own in the expansive family of “John” and “Jane” names—a refreshing take on an ancient classic, proving that Yehochanan isn’t finished influencing the world.