Fitz-

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Etymology

From Anglo-Norman fitz, from Old French fiz (modern fils), from Latin filius (“son”).

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ɪts

Prefix

Fitz-

1. (used in surname​s) Son of; especially used for the illegitimate sons of royalty.

Derived terms

• Fitzclarence
• Fitzgerald
• Fitzroy
• Fitzwilliam
• Fitzpatrick

See also

• Mac
• Mc
• O'

References

• Online Etymology Dictionary: fitz. Retrieved July 30, 2007.