What Does the Name Erling Mean
The name Erling comes from Swedish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Erling below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Erling Name Meaning
Swedish, Norwegian, DanishMeans "descendant of the jarl", a derivative of the Old Norse word jarl meaning "chieftain, nobleman, earl".
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