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