Griffen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGRIF-en / /ˈɡrɪfən/Welsh; English
Meaning
Welsh: strong chief; English: griffin (mythical creature)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Griffen has Welsh origins, derived from the word 'griffin,' which refers to a mythical creature that is part eagle and part lion. In Welsh culture, griffins symbolize strength and courage. The name has also been used in English-speaking countries, often as a variant of Griffin. Its usage has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
Griffen has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, with a slight increase in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Griffin
- Griffen
International Variants
- Griffin (English)
- Grifon (Italian)
Famous people named Griffen
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Griffen was first seen in the United States in 1985. Griffen has ranked as high as #1188 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Ohio, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Griffen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Griffen (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 30 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 35 |
| 1996 | 72 |
| 1997 | 88 |
| 1998 | 89 |
| 1999 | 110 |
| 2000 | 93 |
| 2001 | 80 |
| 2002 | 86 |
| 2003 | 86 |
| 2004 | 78 |
| 2005 | 62 |
| 2006 | 70 |
| 2007 | 70 |
| 2008 | 72 |
| 2009 | 67 |
| 2010 | 61 |
| 2011 | 50 |
| 2012 | 53 |
| 2013 | 36 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 36 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 16 |