Fitzgill

Fitzgill Origin and Meaning

The name Fitzgill is a boy's name.

Fitzgill is a rare masculine name derived from historic surname patterns. The prefix 'Fitz-' comes from Norman-French tradition meaning 'son of,' historically used in surnames to denote lineage (as in Fitzgerald or Fitzpatrick). 'Gill' likely derives from a short form of Gilbert or from a Middle English nickname for those with bright golden hair. As a first name, Fitzgill represents the modern trend of repurposing ancestral surnames. Extremely uncommon in contemporary usage, it offers parents seeking true distinctiveness an option with historical connections. The name carries an aristocratic, almost medieval sensibility with its strong consonants and heritage-rich composition.