Declining since 2011, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Gryphon since 1996
Babies named Gryphon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 254 |
| 2010s | 261 |
| 2020s | 105 |
Meaning & origin
Gryphon is a rare modern name inspired by the mythological griffin. First recorded in U.S. data in 1996, it reached its peak popularity in 2011 but has since declined in use. In 2025, it ranked 4707th with approximately 1 in 81,337 boys receiving the name, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice. The name has not been concentrated in any particular state, and its appeal likely stems from its mythical and animal associations, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive name with a strong, imaginative quality.
Gryphon is a modern coinage inspired by the mythical griffin, a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. The name entered occasional use in the late 20th century, likely as a variant of Griffin or as a direct borrowing from mythology. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Griff, Griffy
Sibling names for Gryphon
Names that share Gryphon's style, for a brother or sister.
