Griswold Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Griswold Name at a Glance

Name	Griswold
Meaning	From the gray forest.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Griswold Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Griswold means “From the gray forest”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Griswold Name Origin

Our database records Griswold under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Griswold a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Griswold is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Griswold

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