The nameGioia
Gioia is an Italian girl's name, rising fast in France in the 2020s.
- Girl's name
- Italian
Meaning
From the Italian gioia, "joy".
Origin
Italian.
History
In France it has risen sharply in recent years, especially in Provence.
Popularity of the name Gioia
Gioia in France
424thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2024peak year (140 births)
975babies named Gioia in France since 1900
Gioia was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 575 births over the decade, 59% of all recorded babies named Gioia. Its rise began around 2010, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Gioia in France were born before 2021, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 107 births a year on average, against 34 in the five years before.
Gioia in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gioia mean?
From the Italian gioia, "joy".
What is the origin of the name Gioia?
Italian.
Is Gioia a girl's or a boy's name?
Gioia is a girl's name.