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Fitzgerald

fihts-JEH-ruhld

Fitzgerald (name) means an Irish surname meaning "son of Gerald.". Example: “The writer Fitzgerald is best known for "The Great Gatsby.”

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An Irish surname meaning "son of Gerald."
"The writer Fitzgerald is best known for "The Great Gatsby.""

Word forms

Fitzgeralds plural

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Etymology

From Fitz- + Gerald.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Fitzgerald” mean?

The word “Fitzgerald” means an Irish surname meaning "son of Gerald.".

How do you pronounce “Fitzgerald”?

“Fitzgerald” is pronounced fihts-JEH-ruhld (/fɪtsˈd͡ʒɛɹəld/ in IPA).

How do you use “Fitzgerald” in a sentence?

Here is “Fitzgerald” used in a sentence: “The writer Fitzgerald is best known for "The Great Gatsby.".”

What part of speech is “Fitzgerald”?

“Fitzgerald” is a name.

Is “Fitzgerald” a common word?

“Fitzgerald” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Fitzgerald an Irish or an English surname?

Fitzgerald is an Irish surname, meaning "son of Gerald." The "Fitz-" prefix was introduced by Anglo-Norman settlers in Ireland and became attached to many Irish family names.

What does the "Fitz" prefix mean in surnames like Fitzgerald?

"Fitz" comes from a form meaning "son of," so Fitzgerald literally means "son of Gerald." The same prefix appears in other surnames such as Fitzpatrick and Fitzwilliam, each indicating descent from a named ancestor.

Is Fitzgerald used as a first name as well as a surname?

Fitzgerald is most commonly used as a surname, but like many Irish surnames it is also occasionally given as a first or middle name. Its everyday use, however, remains overwhelmingly as a family name.

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