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The distinguished German surname Eras is derived from the Greek term "erasmos," meaning "loved," and was initially used as a personal name. It was most likely originally borne as a surname by the son of someone named Eras or a variation of it.
The surname Eras was first found in Hessen, where the name was closely identified in the early period of history with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout Europe. The name was first seated in Frankfort from about the 14th century, and would later emerge as an influential noble family, having many distinguished branches, and well known for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Eras research. Another 83 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1466, 1536 and 1722 are included under the topic Early Eras History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Spelling variations of this family name include: Rasmusson, Rasmus, Asmus, Eras, Rasem, Asam, Asum, Rassmann, Assmann, Raes, Raskin, Rasmussen, Asmussen, Asmusson, Erasmi, Erasmus, Ausmus, Assman and many more.
Prominent figures of the time who bore the name Eras were