Gryphon

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Gryphon is a mythological creature that has the body and hind legs of a lion and the head, wings, and talons of an eagle. The name Gryphon is derived from the Greek word "grupes," which means "curved" or "hooked." In ancient mythology, the Gryphon was known for being both courageous and intelligent.
Popularity
According to Baby Name Wizard, Gryphon is not a common name and does not rank among the top 1000 names in the US.

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Gryphon Name meanings & History

Gryphon is a mythological creature that has the body and hind legs of a lion and the head, wings, and talons of an eagle. The name Gryphon is derived from the Greek word "grupes," which means "curved" or "hooked." In ancient mythology, the Gryphon was known for being both courageous and intelligent. Alternate spelling of Griffin, inspired by the word Gryphon/Griffin, a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, ultimately from Greek γρυψ (gryps). Gryphon is a name that can be used for boys. It is a strong, unique name that is perfect for parents looking for something a little different.

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

Synonyms of Gryphon:

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

R: Resourceful,Reason,Restless,Rational

Y: Yin/Yang,Yen/money,Youth-giving

P: Partnership,Particular,Political,Pensive,Passive

H: Hobnobbing,Hope,Heart's Desire,Hyper,Haggle

O: Organized,Obsessive,Ostentatious,Obstinate,Obsolete

N: Nagging,Neat,Nitpicking,Neurosis,Nervous,Nice,Nutrition

Gryphon is:

  • a Boring name
  • a Common name
  • a Complex name
  • a Wholesome name

Related Names to Gryphon

Gryph, Griffin, Griffyn, Grifin

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