Griffith
Griffith: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หษกษนษช.fษชฮธ/
Meaning and origin of Griffith
- A male given name from Welsh, of Wales usage.
Etymology
Anglicized from Welsh Gruffudd.
How popular is Griffith?
Since 1880, 1,550 boys in the U.S. have been named Griffith. Its highest rank for boys was #896 in 1899. In 2025, 22 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Griffith
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Griffith
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Griffith FAQ
What does the name Griffith mean?
A male given name from Welsh, of Wales usage. Anglicized from Welsh Gruffudd.
What is the origin of the name Griffith?
Griffith is listed as a name of Welsh origin.
How popular is the name Griffith?
Since 1880, 1,550 boys in the U.S. have been named Griffith. Its highest rank for boys was #896 in 1899. In 2025, 22 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Griffith a boy or girl name?
Griffith is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,550 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.