Surname · Scandinavian origin
Eriksson
Meaning
The surname Eriksson means Son of Erik.
Origin
Scandinavian
Type
patronymic
Variants
1
The origin of the surname Eriksson
Eriksson means “son of Erik,” “eternal ruler.”
What kind of surname is Eriksson?
Eriksson is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Scandinavian naming tradition — you can read how Scandinavian surnames were formed on our Scandinavian last names page.
Variants & spellings of Eriksson
You may also see this surname written as:
- Eriksen
Other Scandinavian surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Eriksson mean?
The surname Eriksson means Son of Erik. Eriksson means “son of Erik,” “eternal ruler.”
Where does the surname Eriksson come from?
Eriksson is a surname of Scandinavian origin.
What kind of surname is Eriksson?
Eriksson is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other spellings of Eriksson?
Variant spellings of Eriksson include Eriksen.
What are other Scandinavian surnames?
Other Scandinavian surnames include Andersson, Bergstrom, Hansen, Johansson, Karlsson, Larsson.