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Griffith

♂ Boy

Pronounced GRIF-ith /ˈɡrɪf.ɪθ/High

Meaning: From Welsh Gruffudd — possibly 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief' (from a -udd, 'lord', element); the first part is uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: A strong lord: Griffith is Welsh for 'strong lord; fierce chief'. Bold, proud, and storied.
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Origin MediumWelsh
MeaningFrom Welsh Gruffudd — possibly 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief' (from a -udd, 'lord', element); the first part is uncertain
U.S. rank (2025)#4596 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births22 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1918
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,550

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199618992025

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

Griffith comes from Welsh Gruffudd — possibly 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief' (the -udd element means 'lord'; the first part is uncertain, which we note). Borne by medieval Welsh princes (Gruffudd ap Llywelyn). A bold, proud, storied name; nicknames Griff or Fitz.

It registers thinly today. Rare now, strong-lord at the (likely) root, and proud.

Did you know? Griffith comes from the Welsh Gruffudd, possibly 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief' (borne by medieval Welsh princes) — a bold, proud, ancient name.
Overall data confidence 70%
Behind the Name — Griffith — meaning uncertain

Variations

GruffuddGriffythGriff

Nicknames

Griff

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Griffith mean?

Griffith is Welsh for 'strong lord' or 'fierce chief'; the first element is uncertain.

How do you pronounce Griffith?

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

Is Griffith a boy or girl name?

Griffith is a boy's name.

How popular is Griffith?

Griffith is a rare name in the U.S.

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