Gethin (Welsh pronunciation: [ˈɡɛθɨ̞n] or [ˈɡɛθɪn]) is a Welsh name with two possible origins. It may mean "dark-skinned, swarthy".[1] In other cases it may originate as a familiar form of the Old Welsh name Grippiud (strong lord, from "cryf", strong, and "udd", lord or ruler), modern Gruffydd and Griffith.[2] It may refer to:

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  1. ^ "Behind the Name: Meaning, Origin and History of the Name Gethin". Retrieved 7 June 2024.
  2. ^ "Surname Database: Gethin". Retrieved 31 January 2015.