About the Gianni Surname

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The meaning behind Gianni

Behind the Gianni surname stands Giannini, an Italian name that clerks and families wrote in more than one way. It grew out of a personal name: “from Giannino (John)”.

A variant of Giannini

Before spelling was fixed, Giannini was also written Gianni. You may also find the name written Giannetti.

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