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Gryphon

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Gryphon Pronunciation

Gryphon is pronounced GRIF-ən /ˈɡrɪf.ən/High

Meaning: A -y- spelling of Griffin — from Greek gryps, 'the griffin' (the mythical eagle-lion); also linked to the Welsh Gruffudd, 'a strong lord'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: The griffin; the eagle-lion: Gryphon spells Griffin — 'the griffin'. Bold, mythic, and warm (said 'GRIF-ən').

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningA -y- spelling of Griffin — from Greek gryps, 'the griffin' (the mythical eagle-lion); also linked to the Welsh Gruffudd, 'a strong lord'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5977 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2008

Total births (all-time)≈ 635

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Gryphon is a -y- spelling of Griffin — from Greek gryps, 'the griffin', the legendary creature with an eagle's head and wings and a lion's body — and it echoes the Welsh Gruffudd, 'a strong lord' (routes layered, which we note). A bold, mythic name; the Gryphon spelling foregrounds the mythical beast (nickname Griff).

It registers thinly beside Griffin. Rare in this spelling, the-griffin at the root, and mythic.

Did you know? Gryphon names the griffin — the majestic mythical eagle-lion (Greek gryps) — and echoes the Welsh Gruffudd, 'a strong lord' — a bold, mythic spelling of Griffin (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'GRIF-ən').

Overall data confidence 60%

Behind the Name — Griffin — routes layered

Variations

GriffinGriffonGryffin

Nicknames

Griff

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Greek Mythology

If you like Gryphon…

Griffin— the standard spelling

Gryffin— a companion spelling

Phoenix— a fellow mythic-creature name

Dion— shares Gryphon's Greek roots

Ladon— the same mythology feel

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Gryphon?

Gryphon is pronounced GRIF-ən (/ˈɡrɪf.ən/). Press play above to hear Gryphon said aloud.

How do you say Gryphon?

Gryphon is said GRIF-ən (/ˈɡrɪf.ən/). Press play above to hear Gryphon said aloud.

What does the name Gryphon mean?

Gryphon spells Griffin — Greek 'the griffin' (the eagle-lion); it also echoes the Welsh 'a strong lord'. The routes are layered.

Is Gryphon a boy or girl name?

Gryphon is a boy's name.

How popular is Gryphon?

Gryphon is a rare name in the U.S.