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Griffey

♂ Boy

Pronounced GRIF-ee /ˈɡrɪf.i/High

Meaning: From a surname related to Griffith/Griffin — from Welsh Gruffudd, 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Strong and sporty: Griffey relates to Griffith/Griffin — 'strong lord, fierce chief'. Bold, cool, and warm (baseball's Ken Griffey).
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Origin MediumWelsh
MeaningFrom a surname related to Griffith/Griffin — from Welsh Gruffudd, 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#5095 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 226

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202120092025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Griffey comes from a surname related to Griffith and Griffin — from Welsh Gruffudd, 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief' (routes layered, which we note). A bold, sporty surname-name (Ken Griffey Jr.).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, strong-lord at the (likely) root, and sporty.

Did you know? Griffey relates to Griffith/Griffin (Welsh Gruffudd, 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief') — baseball legends Ken Griffey Sr. and Jr. made the surname famous; bold and sporty.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Griffith / Griffin — routes layered

Variations

GriffinGriffithGriffy

Nicknames

Griff

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Griffey mean?

Griffey relates to Griffith/Griffin — Welsh 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Griffey?

It's said GRIF-ee /ˈɡrɪf.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Griffey a boy or girl name?

Griffey is a boy's name.

How popular is Griffey?

Griffey is a rare name in the U.S.

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