How to Pronounce "fitz"
word
ˈfɪts
FITS
fɪts
fits
Definition
'Fitz' is an old prefix of Norman origin meaning 'son of', found in some English and Irish surnames (e.g., Fitzgerald, Fitzpatrick). It can also be used as a given name or nickname.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɪts
British English
fɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FITS
UK
fits
Listen in Context
The surname Fitzgerald means 'son of Gerald'.
Fitz is sometimes used as a first name.
In history, Fitz means 'son of' in English surnames.
His friends just call him Fitz for short.