NAME PROFILE
Griffin
Griffin is a name of Welsh origin meaning 'strong in faith.' It conveys a sense of strength and protection, embodying the attributes of a mythical creature that is both powerful and noble.
Key Stats
| Total births | 51,809 |
| Gender | Male (93% / 7%) |
| Peak year | 2023 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1914 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 21%TX — 21%GA — 20%WA — 19%NY — 19%
Notable People
Griffin Dunne (Actor, *After Hours*) · Griffin McElroy (Podcaster, *My Brother, My Brother and Me*) · Griffin Benger (Professional gamer, known for *Counter-Strike*) · Griffin Paul (Entrepreneur, founder of a tech startup) · Griffin Johnson (Social media influencer and content creator)
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