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Griffin (given name)

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Griffin is a masculine given name of Welsh origin. The name derives from Griffinus; which is a Latinised version of Griffith, which was commonly used in Medieval Wales. Griffith is an Anglicized form of Gruffydd, which ultimately derives from the Old Welsh Grippiud (prince).[1]

The name may refer to:

References

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  1. ^ Morgan, T. J.; Morgan, Prys (1985). Welsh surnames. University of Wales Press. ISBN 9780708308806.