Genna
About Genna
Genna is a feminine name with Italian origins, serving as a diminutive form of Giovanna, the Italian equivalent of Jane or Joan. Ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious,' Genna carries this beautiful spiritual significance. The name has gained modest popularity in English-speaking countries as both a standalone name and a shortened form of Genevieve or Jennifer. With its soft, flowing sound and two-syllable structure, Genna strikes a perfect balance between uniqueness and familiarity. The name exudes a gentle, warm quality while remaining straightforward to pronounce and spell.
As of October 2026, Genna ranked #16051 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #1050 in 1986.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Genna on lists
Famous Gennas
- Irene Genna
Greek,Italian actress
- Genna
a Prohibition,era Chicago crime family
Genna in pop culture
- Genna Lannister
character in G.R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire'
- Genna Harrison
character on TV's "Angel Falls"