Strong lord or prince
Derived from the Old Welsh name Gruffudd. The first element, 'griff', likely means strong or fierce, while 'udd' translates to lord or prince. It was a common name among Welsh royalty in the Middle Ages.
About 22 boys were named Griffith in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Philanthropist and namesake of Griffith Observatory
The leader of the Band of the Hawk · Berserk
Pioneering American film director
Welsh stage and film actor
