Welsh Origin

Griffin

“Strong lord”

Explore beautiful tattoo designs for the name Griffin. Preview across 20+ fonts and download your favorite to share with your tattoo artist.

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Name Origin

Griffin is a male name of Welsh origin, meaning “Strong lord”.

Recommended Styles

Mythical

Celtic

Bold

Best Placements

Forearm

Chest

Back

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Griffin in 20 Tattoo Fonts

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Great Vibes

Elegant Script

Griffin

Best for: Feminine, romantic designs

Dancing Script

Flowing Script

Griffin

Best for: Casual elegance

Pacifico

Casual Script

Griffin

Best for: Fun, friendly vibes

Sacramento

Fine Script

Griffin

Best for: Delicate, refined look

Allura

Romantic Script

Griffin

Best for: Wedding, love themes

Alex Brush

Brush Script

Griffin

Best for: Artistic, painterly feel

Satisfy

Smooth Script

Griffin

Best for: Clean, flowing lines

Kaushan Script

Bold Script

Griffin

Best for: Strong statements

Cookie

Sweet Script

Best for: Whimsical designs

Pinyon Script

Formal Script

Griffin

Best for: Traditional elegance

Playfair Display

Elegant Serif

Griffin

Best for: Sophisticated, classic

Abril Fatface

Bold Display

Griffin

Best for: High impact

Lobster

Retro

Griffin

Best for: Vintage aesthetic

Permanent Marker

Hand Drawn

Griffin

Best for: Edgy, raw look

Shadows Into Light

Handwritten

Griffin

Best for: Personal touch

Indie Flower

Playful

Griffin

Best for: Youthful energy

Amatic SC

Narrow

Griffin

Best for: Vertical spaces

Caveat

Natural

Griffin

Best for: Organic feel

Tangerine

Delicate

Griffin

Best for: Fine line work

Roboto

Modern Sans

Griffin

Best for: Clean, minimal

About Griffin Tattoos

The name Griffin is a beautiful choice for a tattoo with deep meaning. Originating from Welsh culture, it carries the significance of “Strong lord” — making it a meaningful tribute for memorial pieces, parent tattoos, or honoring loved ones.

Style Recommendations for Griffin

Given the strong character of Griffin, we recommend Mythical, Celtic, Bold styles. These complement the name's aesthetic and work beautifully across different sizes and placements.

Popular Placements

Griffin tattoos look stunning on the Forearm, Chest, Back. For memorial pieces, many choose the inner wrist or chest placement for its intimate visibility. Larger script versions work well on the forearm or back.

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Griffin Tattoo FAQ

What does the name Griffin mean?

Griffin comes from Welsh origin and means “Strong lord”. This beautiful meaning makes it a popular choice for meaningful tribute tattoos.

What font style is best for a Griffin tattoo?

We recommend Mythical, Celtic, Bold styles for Griffin tattoos. These complement the name's masculine character and work well in various sizes.

Where should I place a Griffin tattoo?

Popular placements for Griffin tattoos include Forearm, Chest, Back. The best placement depends on the size you want and how visible you'd like it to be.

How much does a Griffin name tattoo cost?

A Griffin tattoo typically costs $50-$200 depending on size, font complexity, and your artist's rates. Simple small scripts cost less, while elaborate designs cost more.