Griffith - Last Names

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Griffith

/ˈɡrɪfɪθ/

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Moderate

Meaning

Strong lord or chief ruler

Represents leadership, authority, and noble heritage, reflecting qualities of a born leader and protector.

Symbolism

Embodies strength, endurance, and ancestral pride, often symbolizing a connection to Welsh nobility and warrior lineage.

Etymology: Derived from the Old Welsh name 'Gruffydd', meaning 'griffin' or 'strong lord'; composed of elements possibly meaning 'strong' (crvf) and 'lord, prince' (iudd). The name evolved into a hereditary surname in medieval Wales.

Style & Origin

traditional

strong

english

Cultural Background

Of Welsh origin, Griffith is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Gruffydd, historically

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