Holding steady.
Popularity of Fitzhugh since 1885
Babies named Fitzhugh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 20 |
| 1890s | 40 |
| 1900s | 17 |
| 1910s | 53 |
| 1920s | 120 |
| 1930s | 58 |
| 1940s | 35 |
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Fitzhugh is a rare English surname name that briefly appeared in U.S. birth records starting in 1885, with its peak usage occurring in 1898. While it never ranked among the top 1000 names, its peak year in 1898 suggests a small cluster of families chose it around that time. The name has remained stable in its obscurity, with no significant revival. Its Norman French construction 'fitz-' meaning 'son of' gives it a distinguished, old-world feel, similar to other Fitz- names like Fitzgerald or Fitzwilliam. Parents drawn to Fitzhugh are likely seeking a distinctive, heritage-rich name with a literal meaning of 'son of Hugh.'
Fitzhugh is an English surname turned given name, derived from the Norman French prefix 'fitz-' meaning 'son of,' combined with the given name Hugh. It originated as a patronymic surname in medieval England, particularly among Norman-descended families. As a first name, it saw modest use in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fitz, Hugh
Sibling names for Fitzhugh
Names that share Fitzhugh's style, for a brother or sister.
