Rising since 2014.
Popularity of Griffon since 1995
Babies named Griffon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 95 |
| 2010s | 70 |
| 2020s | 30 |
Meaning & origin
Griffon is a rare modern variant of the more established name Griffin. First recorded in 1995, it has never entered widespread use and has no top states on record. Its peak year was 2010, but since 2014 it has been on a rising trajectory, suggesting a slow but steady increase in interest. As a spelling variation of Griffin, it shares the same possible roots: Welsh Gruffudd meaning 'strong lord' or the mythological griffin. Parents today may choose Griffon for its distinctive medieval feel or its connection to the fantastical creature, though the name remains uncommon enough to stand out.
Griffon is a modern spelling variant of Griffin, which itself comes from the Welsh name Gruffudd (meaning 'strong lord') or from the mythological griffin, a creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. The name Griffin has been used in English-speaking countries since the 20th century, and the variant Griffon emerged in the 1990s, possibly influenced by the spelling of the creature or as a more distinctive form.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Grif, Griff
Sibling names for Griffon
Names that share Griffon's style, for a brother or sister.
