Griffon

Celebrate baby’s mythical spirit with the name Griffon. This masculine name has Latin, Greek, and French roots, all connecting baby to the mythical creature of the same name. Coming from the Old French grifon, meaning “bird of prey,” the Greek gryps, meaning “curved, hooked nose,” and the Middle French griffe, meaning “claw,” this can all connect to the griffon. Being part eagle and part lion, the griffon, also spelled griffin, is famous in Greek mythology, symbolizing power, retribution, and other traits. If you want to give baby endless inspiration with a powerful animal, the name Griffon can help them fly high.