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Griffith
GRIH-fihth
Griffith (name) means a masculine given name and surname of Welsh origin, originating as a patronymic; also the name of towns in Australia and the United States. Example: “D. W. Griffith was an early and influential film director.”
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A masculine given name and surname of Welsh origin, originating as a patronymic; also the name of towns in Australia and the United States.
"D. W. Griffith was an early and influential film director."
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Word forms
- Plural
- Griffiths
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Etymology
Anglicized from Welsh Gruffudd.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Griffith” mean?
The word “Griffith” means a masculine given name and surname of Welsh origin, originating as a patronymic; also the name of towns in Australia and the United States.
How do you pronounce “Griffith”?
“Griffith” is pronounced GRIH-fihth (/ˈɡɹɪ.fɪθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Griffith” in a sentence?
Here is “Griffith” used in a sentence: “D. W. Griffith was an early and influential film director.”
What part of speech is “Griffith”?
“Griffith” is a name.
Where does the word “Griffith” come from?
The word “Griffith” comes from Welsh. Anglicized from Welsh Gruffudd.
Is “Griffith” a common word?
“Griffith” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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