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Erling

Meaning

Means "descendant of the jarl", a derivative of the Old Norse word jarl meaning "chieftain, nobleman

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named Erling and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Leadership
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Integrity
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Creativity
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Spirituality
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Adventure

Famous People Named Erling

Erling Møldrup

Erling Møldrup (1943 - 2016) was a Danish classical guitarist best known for championing Danish guitar music from all periods.

AmbitionResilienceSuccess

Erling von Mende

Erling von Mende (born October 10, 1940) has been professor of Sinology at the FU Berlin since 1983.

IntelligenceKindnessWisdom

Erling Øverland

Erling Øverland (born 31 May 1952) is a Norwegian businessperson.

Erling Naper

Erling Naper (born 24 June 1936) is a Norwegian banker and civil servant.

Erling Nielsen (philologist)

Erling Frede Nielsen (1920 – 2000) was a Danish philologist.

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Erling in Other Languages

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