Griffith is derived from the harsh topography of Wales. It is a Celtic surname derived from the Welsh surnames Griffin, Gruffin, or Griffith. These were pet variants of the Middle Welsh name Gruffudd, which was given to a number of Welsh rulers. The name means "son of Griff" or "son of Gruff". People with the first name Griffith include: Griffith Anderson (1880-1957), American baseball player Griffith Barker (1893-1971), Canadian politician Griffith J. Davis (1888-1965), American lawyer and judge Griffith John (1920-2001), Australian air force officer Griffith Jones (1921-2002), Welsh actor Griffith John (born 1924), Welsh rugby union player Griffith John (1924-2005), Welsh rugby league player Griffith John (1924-2005), Welsh rugby union player