A Welsh surname meaning 'son of Gruffudd' or 'son of Griffith.' Common in Wales and areas of Welsh settlement.
From Welsh patronymic tradition, derived from 'Gruffudd' (a Welsh personal name meaning 'strong lord' or 'strong grip') plus the possessive 's'. The name anglicized from Welsh naming customs.
Griffiths preserves the ancient Welsh name Gruffudd, which was borne by several medieval Welsh princes who fought against Norman conquest. The name's meaning 'strong grip' proved prophetic, as Welsh culture maintained its 'grip' on this surname despite centuries of English influence.
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