Griffen
Griffen is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Strong lord, chief, or prince.
Origin and history
Griffen is a variant spelling of Griffin, derived from the Welsh name Gruffudd. Historically connected to concepts of strong lordship or princehood, it also evokes the mythical griffin beast. In the United States, it is a modest, less common alternative spelling to Griffin.
Popularity in the United States
1,808 babies in the United States have been named Griffen since 1880. It ranks #3012 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1774.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.6 %)
- MI (12.1 %)
- OH (11.8 %)
- NY (9.2 %)
- IL (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 36 |
| 1990-2000 | 472 |
| 2000-2010 | 764 |
| 2010-2019 | 383 |
| 2020-2029 | 153 |
Nicknames
Griff
Fun facts
- Griffen stems from the ancient Welsh name Gruffudd, which combined elements meaning strong and lord.
- The name shares its sound with the mythical creature that possesses the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle.