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Fitzgerald β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Fitzgerald is an Irish surname that means 'son of Gerald'. The name Gerald itself is derived from the Germanic elements 'ger', meaning 'spear', and 'wald', meaning 'rule'.

Fitzgerald

Letter: F
Boy

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Meaning of Fitzgerald:

Fitzgerald is an Irish surname that means 'son of Gerald'. The name Gerald itself is derived from the Germanic elements 'ger', meaning 'spear', and 'wald', meaning 'rule'. As a first name, Fitzgerald symbolizes strength, leadership, and a sense of heritage. It carries an air of nobility and the legacy of a powerful lineage.

  • Gender: Boy
  • Origin: Germanic, Irish
  • US popularity: In 2022, 73 newborns in the United States were named Fitzgerald (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1964 with 125 babies.

Origin:

Germanic , Irish

More names starting with F:

Fa , Faaeheh , Faaeq , Faaeze , Faaezeh , Faahima , Faaiq , Faaiz , Faaiza , Faaizah , Faakhira , Faakih

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Frequently asked questions about Fitzgerald

What does the name Fitzgerald mean?

Fitzgerald is an Irish surname that means 'son of Gerald'. The name Gerald itself is derived from the Germanic elements 'ger', meaning 'spear', and 'wald', meaning 'rule'. As a first name, Fitzgerald symbolizes strength, leadership, and a sense of heritage.

What is the origin of the name Fitzgerald?

Fitzgerald is a boy's name of Germanic, Irish origin.

Is Fitzgerald a boy or girl name?

Fitzgerald is commonly used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name Fitzgerald?

In 2022, 73 newborns in the United States were named Fitzgerald, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1964, with 125 babies given the name.

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