Save Type Surname (from nickname) Usage English Pronounced Pron. /ˈɡɹɪf.ɪn/ [key·simplify] Meaning & History Nickname from the mythological beast with body of a lion with head and wings of an eagle. It is ultimately from Greek γρύψ (gryps). Related Names Same SpellingGriffin 1User SubmissionGriffin Categories legendary creatures, nicknames