Fitz-
English edit
Etymology edit
From Anglo-Norman fitz, from Old French fiz (modern fils), from Latin fīlius (“son”).
Pronunciation edit
- Rhymes: -ɪts
Prefix edit
Fitz-
- (used in A surnames) Son of; especially used for the illegitimate sons of royalty.
Derived terms edit
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See also edit
References edit
- Douglas Harper (2001–2024) “Fitz-”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.