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Griffin

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Pronounced GRIF-in /ˈɡrɪf.ɪn/High

Meaning: From the Welsh Gruffudd, 'a strong lord; a strong grip' (Latinized as Griffinus) — also linked to the mythical griffin (the eagle-lion); more often a boy's name; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A strong lord; the griffin: Griffin is Welsh/Latin — 'a strong lord'. Bold, modern, and warm. More often a boy's name; here for girls.
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Origin LowWelsh, Latin
MeaningFrom the Welsh Gruffudd, 'a strong lord; a strong grip' (Latinized as Griffinus) — also linked to the mythical griffin (the eagle-lion); more often a boy's name; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#5788 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1997
Total births (all-time)≈ 758

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199719792025

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

Griffin comes from the Welsh Gruffudd, variously 'a strong lord' and 'a strong grip' (Latinized as Griffinus) — and it brushes the mythical griffin, the eagle-lion of legend (routes layered, which we note). It is more often a boy's name, used here for girls (slug distinguished, which we flag honestly; nickname Griff).

It registers thinly for girls in the U.S. Rare for girls, a-strong-lord at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Griffin comes from the Welsh Gruffudd, 'a strong lord; a strong grip' — and brushes the mythical griffin, the eagle-lion — a bold, modern name, more often given to boys but used here for girls (we flag the lean; the routes are layered; said 'GRIF-in').
Overall data confidence 50%
Behind the Name — Griffin — routes layered

Variations

GruffuddGriffynGryphon

Nicknames

Griff

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Griffin mean?

Griffin is Welsh/Latin 'a strong lord', and brushes the mythical griffin; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Griffin?

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

Is Griffin a boy or girl name?

Griffin is more often a boy's name; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Griffin?

Griffin is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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