Gruffudd

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Gruffudd is derived from the Welsh name Gruffydd or Gryffydd, which means "lord, prince"
Pronunciation
GRI-fidh
The name is typically pronounced as "griff-ith" or "gruh-fith".
Popularity
The name Gruffudd is not very common outside of Wales, and is not among the top baby names internationally.

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Gruffudd Name meanings & History

The name Gruffudd is derived from the Welsh name Gruffydd or Gryffydd, which means "lord, prince". From the Old Welsh name Grifud, the second element deriving from Old Welsh iudd "lord, prince" but the first element being of uncertain meaning (possibly cryf "strong"). This was a common name among medieval Welsh royalty. Gruffudd (or Gruffydd) ap Llywelyn was an 11th-century Welsh ruler who fought against England. Gruffudd is a strong and distinctive name that is often used in Wales, and is popular among Welsh-speaking families. It is also used by parents who appreciate the name's unique cultural roots and historical significance.

Zodiac Sign of Gruffudd: Gregarious Gemini,Go-getter Virgo

Synonyms of Gruffudd:

G: Genuine,Goof-off,Go-getter,Gregarious

R: Reason,Restless,Rational,Resourceful

U: Understanding,Undermining,Unity,Utopia,Universality

F: Fiery,Festive,Fun-loving,Friendly

D: Domestic,Demanding,Doting,Determined,Dutiful,Daddy

Gruffudd is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Complex name
  • a Mature name
  • a Natural name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Gruffudd include Gruffudd ap Llywelyn, the last king of Wales, and Gruffudd Glyn, a Welsh actor.

2.) GRUFFUDD (Male)

Usage: Welsh

Meanings: Welsh form of the Roman Rufus (red, ruddy). The name was borne by Gruffudd ap Llywelyn, the 11th-century ruler who successfully united all the kingdoms of Wales. Var: Griffudd, Gruffydd. Pet: Guto, Gutun, Gutyn. (GREE-FEETH)


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