Fitzgerald Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFITS-jer-ald / /ˈfɪtsdʒərəld/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: son of the spear ruler; English: son of Fitzgerald
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Fitzgerald is of Anglo-Norman origin, introduced to Ireland by the Normans in the 12th century. It is derived from the Old French 'fils de Gérald', meaning 'son of Gerald'. The Fitzgerald family became one of the most prominent noble families in Ireland, particularly in the province of Leinster. The name has been associated with various historical figures and events throughout Irish history.
Trend Summary
Fitzgerald has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fitzy
International Variants
- Fitzgerald (Irish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fitzgerald was first seen in the United States in 1919. Fitzgerald has ranked as high as #1003 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in New York, California, Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Fitzgerald has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fitzgerald (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 52 |
| 1964 | 125 |
| 1965 | 58 |
| 1966 | 43 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 24 |
| 1970 | 34 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 19 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 57 |
| 2015 | 73 |
| 2016 | 86 |
| 2017 | 82 |
| 2018 | 102 |
| 2019 | 93 |
| 2020 | 78 |
| 2021 | 95 |
| 2022 | 73 |
| 2023 | 63 |
| 2024 | 64 |