Fitz
Fitz (name) means a surname or nickname, often a shortened form of names beginning with "Fitz-," itself meaning "son of.". Example: “Everyone just called him Fitz for short.”
Word forms
Fitzs plural, Fitzes plural
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman French "fils," meaning "son."
Rhymes for Fitz
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What does “Fitz” mean?
The word “Fitz” means a surname or nickname, often a shortened form of names beginning with "Fitz-," itself meaning "son of.".
How do you pronounce “Fitz”?
“Fitz” is pronounced fihts ([fɪts] in IPA).
How do you use “Fitz” in a sentence?
Here is “Fitz” used in a sentence: “Everyone just called him Fitz for short.”
What part of speech is “Fitz”?
“Fitz” is a name.
Where does the word “Fitz” come from?
The word “Fitz” comes from French. From Anglo-Norman French "fils," meaning "son.".
Is “Fitz” a common word?
“Fitz” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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