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Griffith Evans

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Personal Details

Given Name
Griffith
Surname
Evans

The Name Griffith

Origin
Welsh
Meaning
Strong lord or powerful chief.
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The Evans Surname

Origin
Welsh
Meaning
Son of Evan, derived from the Welsh name meaning 'young warrior' or 'God is gracious'.
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Library of Congress

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