Gian
Meaning of Gian
The name Gian is a male given name of Italian origin, pronounced as JAHN (/dʒɑn/). It is a shortened form of Giovanni, which means "God is gracious." This name carries a rich cultural heritage and is often associated with strength and grace. Variations of the name include Giovanni and Gianni. Over the years, Gian has steadily gained popularity in the United States, ranking 777th in 2023 with 327 occurrences. Its use has seen fluctuations but generally shows an upward trend since the mid-20th century. The name's simplicity combined with its strong cultural roots makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking a classic yet distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as JAHN (/dʒɑn/)
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Notable People Named Gian
| Gian Lorenzo Bernini was an influential Italian sculptor, architect, and painter known for creating the Baroque style of sculpture and making significant contributions to various art forms. |
| Gian Carlo Menotti was an influential Italian composer known for his expressive lyricism and verismo tradition of opera. |
| Gian Gastone de' Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany - Gian Gastone de' Medici was the seventh and final Grand Duke of Tuscany from the prominent Medici family. |
| Gian Piero Gasperini is an Italian football manager and former player, currently managing Atalanta. |
| Gian Magdangal - Giancarlo "Gian" Alzate Magdangal is a Filipino singer, performer, theater and television actor, known for his participation in Philippine Idol and as a former member of the boy band 17:28. |
| Gian Galeazzo Visconti was the influential first duke of Milan, known for his patronage of art and architecture, as well as his territorial expansion in Northern Italy. |
| Gian Giorgio Trissino was a versatile Venetian Renaissance figure known for his contributions to literature, language, and philosophy. |
| Gian Singh was a distinguished recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest honor for bravery in the British and Commonwealth forces. |
| Gian Carlo Abelli was an Italian politician. |
| Gian Visser is a South African entrepreneur and CEO of Afrihost, known for his innovative work in the telecommunications sector. |
| Gian Mario Spacca is an Italian politician who served as the president of Marche from 2005 to 2015. |
| Gian Franco Bottazzo, an Italian physician based in London, was a leading researcher in diabetes and autoimmunity, known for his discovery of the association between type 1 diabetes and antibodies against beta cells. |
| Gian Filippo Felicioli is an Italian professional footballer known for playing as a left back for Serie C Group A club Pergolettese. |
| Gian Galeazzo Sforza, also known as Giovan Galeazzo Sforza, was the sixth Duke of Milan. |
| Gian Maria Visconti, the second Visconti Duke of Milan, was infamous for his cruelty and was assassinated without leaving any children. |
