Welsh boy name
Gruffudd Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Gruffudd means strong lord. From Old Welsh Grippiud, with elements usually interpreted as strong and lord
Gruffudd is a historic Welsh name carried by princes and kings, such as Gruffudd ap Cynan, who ruled Gwynedd in the eleventh and twelfth centuries, and Gruffudd ap Llywelyn. It is usually explained as meaning strong lord, though the origin is old and uncertain. The English forms are Griffith and Griffiths, which became surnames, and Griff is a natural pet form. The spelling is long, but the sound is easy and strong. It is a name with serious history behind it.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Gruffudd
GruffyddGriffithGriff
Well-known people named Gruffudd
Gruffudd ap Cynan.
Gruffudd popularity: Ireland vs the US
Gruffudd does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gruffudd mean?
Gruffudd means "strong lord". From Old Welsh Grippiud, with elements usually interpreted as strong and lord.
How do you pronounce Gruffudd?
Gruffudd is pronounced GRIFF-ith.
What is the origin of Gruffudd?
Gruffudd is of Welsh origin. From Old Welsh Grippiud, with elements usually interpreted as strong and lord.