Name Meaning & Origin
"An Irish surname, an anglicization of Ó Gríobhtha or Ó Grifín"
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
Griffin is a masculine given name of Welsh origin. The name derives from Griffinus; which is a Latinised version of Griffith, which was commonly used in Medieval Wales. Griffith is an Anglicized form of Gruffydd, which ultimately derives from the Old Welsh Grippiud (prince).
Griffin is a masculine given name of Welsh origin. The name derives from Griffinus; which is a Latinised version of Griffith, which was commonly used in Medieval Wales. Griffith is an Anglicized form of Gruffydd, which ultimately derives from the Old Welsh Grippiud (prince).
Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.
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Root element "Griffin" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "An Irish surname, an anglicization of Ó Gríobhtha or Ó Grifín".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~50,148 people named Griffin in the US. Peaked in 2023 with 1,748 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Griffin is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 6.
Griffin is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 99% male and 1% female.
Approximately 50,148 people in the United States are named Griffin. The name peaked in 2023 with 1,748 recorded uses.
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