Giona

Giona is the Italian form of the Hebrew name Jonah, meaning 'dove'. This masculine name carries biblical significance, as Jonah was a prophet in the Old Testament known for the story of being swallowed by a great fish. In Italy, Giona remains a distinctive yet recognizable choice for boys. While not among the most common Italian names, it has seen steady use over generations. The name combines spiritual heritage with a melodic sound characteristic of Italian nomenclature. Outside Italy, Giona is less frequently encountered, giving it an exotic quality while still being relatively easy to pronounce in many languages.

Giona is also given to girls.

Pronounced JEE-oh-nuh.

As of October 2026, Giona ranked #17705 in US births in 2011 SSA, peaked at #11590 in 2010.