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Fitzgerald

♂ Boy

Pronounced fits-JER-uld /fɪtsˈdʒɛr.əld/High

Meaning: son of Gerald, spear-rulerHigh

In 30 seconds: Fitzgerald is an Irish-Norman surname meaning son of Gerald (son of spear-ruler). A commanding three-syllable name associated with American presidential history and literary greatness.
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Origin HighIrish, Norman
Meaningson of Gerald, spear-ruler
U.S. rank (2025)#2427 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births56 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1964
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,941

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196419192025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Fitzgerald derives from the Norman Fitz (son of) + Gerald (Germanic: spear ruler), meaning son of Gerald.

Fitzgerald is used as a given name in the US, particularly as a literary tribute to F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Did you know? F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896–1940) wrote The Great Gatsby — making the name Fitzgerald permanently associated with the Jazz Age, lost dreams, and the American pursuit of greatness.
Overall data confidence 88%
Behind the Name: Fitzgerald — name etymology referenceUS Social Security Name Database — U.S. popularity data

Variations

GeraldFitzFitzger

Nicknames

FitzGerry

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Frequently Asked

What does Fitzgerald mean?

Fitzgerald means son of Gerald, spear-ruler.

How do you pronounce Fitzgerald?

Fitzgerald is pronounced fits-JER-uld (/fɪtsˈdʒɛr.əld/), with 3 syllables.

Is Fitzgerald a boy's name?

Yes, Fitzgerald is used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name Fitzgerald?

Irish/Norman meaning well established; presidential and literary associations strong.

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