Fitzgerald
f(i)-tz-gerald,
fit-zge-rald
US Popularity:4825
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Irish
Meaning:Son of Gerald
Fitzgerald is a masculine name of Anglo-Norman French and Irish origins. Traditionally used as a last name, it has become a badass name in its own right. Meaning “son of Gerald,” it’s sure to remind baby that they’re growing up in a strong, confident family for them to use for inspiration. Many powerful people have held this name, from iconic writer F. Scott Fitzgerald to the Queen of Jazz, Ella Fitzgerald. No matter what passion baby finds, the name Fitzgerald will be plenty of motivation to thrive.
Famous People Named Fitzgerald
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Ella FitzgeraldMusician
- F. Scott FitzgeraldAuthor
How Popular Is The Name Fitzgerald?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Fitzgerald is currently #3959 on The Bump
Boy:Fitzgerald is currently #2210 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Fitzgerald is currently #4825 in U.S. births
Boy:Fitzgerald is currently #2244 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2244
in 2023
- 184
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 402
Behind the Name, Fitzgerald, Surname, December 2022
Ancestry, Fitzgerald Family History
House of Names, Fitzgerald History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Britannica, Ella Fitzgerald, American singer, June 2024
Britannica, F. Scott Fitzgerald, American writer, June 2024
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