'haughty' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'haugty,' where 'haut' meant 'high' in Old French.

'haugty' changed from the Old French word 'haut' and eventually became the modern English word 'haughty'.

Initially, it meant 'high in stature or position,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'arrogantly superior and disdainful'.