Giabella
An Italian feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "beautiful ridge".
Name Census estimates that about 413 living Americans carry the first name Giabella. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Giabella today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Giabella births was 2019 (33 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Giabella. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
413
~ 1 in 829,914 Americans
Peak year
2019
33 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,918
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Giabella: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Giabella from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 218 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Giabella remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Giabella by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Giabella during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Giabellas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. Florida, New York, New Jersey recorded the most babies named Giabella, while New Jersey, New York, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 18 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Giabella
The given name Giabella has its origins rooted in the rich cultural tapestry of medieval Italy. It is believed to have emerged during the Renaissance era, a period marked by a flourishing of the arts, literature, and intellectual pursuits. The name itself is a delightful amalgamation of two Italian words, "gia" meaning "already" and "bella" signifying "beautiful."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Giabella can be traced back to a poetic anthology compiled in the 14th century. The anthology, dedicated to celebrating the beauty and grace of Renaissance women, featured a sonnet penned by the renowned poet Francesco Petrarca, wherein he waxed lyrical about a woman named Giabella, extolling her radiant loveliness.
Throughout the annals of history, several notable figures have borne this enchanting name. In the 16th century, Giabella Montini, a Florentine noblewoman, gained recognition for her patronage of the arts and her efforts in preserving the city's cultural heritage. Her influence extended far beyond the confines of her estate, making her a pivotal figure in the city's vibrant artistic scene.
The 17th century witnessed the rise of Giabella Visconti, a renowned playwright and poet. Her works, which explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition, were widely acclaimed and continue to be studied by scholars and literary enthusiasts to this day. Visconti's poetic prowess earned her a place among the luminaries of her time.
In the realm of music, the name Giabella found its resonance in the life of Giabella Ferri (1670-1728), a celebrated Italian operatic soprano. Her extraordinary vocal talents and captivating stage presence made her a sought-after performer across the grand opera houses of Europe. Ferri's performances were widely celebrated, and her name became synonymous with the epitome of operatic excellence.
Stepping into the 19th century, we encounter Giabella Rossetti (1828-1894), a skilled painter and poet. Rossetti's works were heavily influenced by the Pre-Raphaelite movement, and her vivid depictions of nature and everyday life left an indelible mark on the art world. Her poems, too, were celebrated for their emotive power and evocative imagery.
These are but a few examples of the illustrious individuals who have carried the name Giabella throughout history. Each bearer of this name has contributed to the rich tapestry of human endeavor, leaving an indelible imprint on the realms of art, literature, and culture.
People
Giabella + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Giabella as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Giabella: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Giabella?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 413 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Giabella going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 829,914 US residents.
Is Giabella a common name?
We classify Giabella as "Very Rare". It ranks above 82.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 416 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Giabella most popular?
The single biggest year for Giabella was 2019, when 33 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Giabella is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Giabella a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Giabella in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.