Griffiths

A Greek name with cultural significance
Greek origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1917US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Griffiths mean and where does it come from?

Griffiths is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Griffiths carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1917 in 2015 — currently #1917 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Griffiths?

Griffiths works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Griffiths Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Griffiths Rose
Floral · soft ending
Griffiths Mae
Sweet · timeless
Griffiths Claire
French influence · crisp
Griffiths Jane
Literary · strong
Griffiths Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Griffiths right now?

Holding steady — currently #1917 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1917 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#191710stable
2022#191710stable
2021#191710stable
2020#191710stable
2019#191710
💎Griffiths is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Griffiths?

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Famous people named Griffiths

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Griffiths (Byzantine leader)
Griffiths used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Griffiths (Greek mythological figure)
Griffiths carried this name in Greek mythology, connecting it to divine or heroic tradition.
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Griffiths (Byzantine leader)
Griffiths used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Griffiths (Greek poet or artist)
Griffiths helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Common questions about the name Griffiths

What does the name Griffiths mean?
Griffiths means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Griffiths?
Griffiths is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Griffiths?
Griffiths originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Griffiths a common or rare name?
Griffiths is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Griffiths more of a girl or boy name?
Griffiths is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.