FITZJOHN
Recorded variant spellings include Fitz-John, Fitz-john, Fitzjohn
Fitzjohn
Fitzjohn is a British surname of Anglo-Norman origin, derived from the Old French "fitz" meaning "son of" and the given name "John". The prefix "Fitz" was commonly used in Norman England to denote illegitimate offspring of a nobleman, hence "Fitzjohn" was used to indicate "son of John".
The surname Fitzjohn has a long history in England, with records dating back to the medieval period. It was particularly common among the Anglo-Norman aristocracy and gentry. The Fitzjohn family was established in various regions of England, including Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Essex.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Fitzjohn include William Fitzjohn, an influential nobleman and military commander during the reign of King Henry II. The name also appears in records related to land ownership and legal documents, reflecting the Fitzjohn family's status and prominence in medieval England.
Today, the surname Fitzjohn is relatively rare but continues to exist among families with historical ties to the Anglo-Norman nobility. It serves as a reminder of England's medieval past and the enduring legacy of its aristocratic families.
Typical given names associated with the FitzJohn surname
Male
- Anthony
- David
- Gerald
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Raymond
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Lisa
- Mary
- Pamela
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 1,207 people named FitzJohn in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,403rd most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named FitzJohn.
Famous people named FitzJohn
- Tony Fitzjohn - Conservationist in East Africa
- Val Fitzjohn - Golfer (1878 to 1)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.