Origin and Meaning of Giannis

The Lord is gracious

Origin: Greek - Giannis is a variant of the name Ioannis, which is the Greek form of John, stemming from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious'.

• Giannis is a very popular name in Greece and has gained international recognition thanks to the rise of basketball player Giannis Antetokounmpo, known as the 'Greek Freak'.
• The name Giannis is commonly used in Greek-speaking communities and has variations in other languages such as Johannes in German, Juan in Spanish, and Giovanni in Italian.
• Notable bearers of the name include Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has won NBA MVP awards and led the Milwaukee Bucks to an NBA championship.
• In recent years, especially following Giannis Antetokounmpo's success, the name has seen a surge in popularity among Greek names in other countries as well.
• Related names and variations include Giannakis, Giannoula (feminine form), and the more traditional Ioannis.