ERICKSON
Erickson
Erickson is a British surname of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse personal name "Eiríkr" which means eternal ruler or ever powerful. The surname is a patronymic or metronymic, indicating someone as the son of Eric or the daughter of Erica.
The Erickson surname is not as common in Britain as in other countries with a larger Scandinavian presence, such as Norway or Sweden. It is often found in regions with a historical connection to the Vikings, such as areas in Scotland, Northern England, and parts of East Anglia.
Individuals bearing the surname Erickson may have ancestors who immigrated to Britain from Scandinavia either during the Viking Age or later periods. Over time, variations of the surname may have emerged, such as Eriksson.
Notable individuals with the Erickson surname have made contributions to various fields such as academia, sports, and the arts. Researching family history or genealogy may provide insights into the specific origins and history of the Erickson surname within a particular family lineage.
There are approximately 359 people named Erickson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Erickson.
Surname type: From name of parent
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Amy
- Caroline
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Heidi
- Kathryn
- Laura
- Pamela
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Vicky
- Victoria