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Early Origins of the Erlandson family

The surname Erlandson was first found in Bavaria, where the name Erlebach was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.

Early History of the Erlandson family

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Erlandson Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Erlebach, Erlbach, Erlbeck, Erlebeck, Erlabeck, Erelbach, Erleck, Erlenbach, Eirsbach, Eirenbach and many more.

Early Notables of the Erlandson family

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Erlandson Ranking

the United States, the name Erlandson is the 12,848th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1


Erlandson migration to the United States +



Erlandson Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Erland Erlandson, who settled in New York, NY in 1850
  • Emil Erlandson, who settled in New York, NY in 1884
  • Charles Erlandson, who arrived in Illinois in 1888

Contemporary Notables of the name Erlandson (post 1700) +

  • Tom Erlandson (b. 1966), American NFL linebacker for the Buffalo Bills and Washington Huskies, son of Tom Erlandson
  • Tom Erlandson (b. 1940), American NFL linebacker for the Denver Broncos, Miami Dolphins, San Diego Chargers, and Washington State University
  • Mike Erlandson (b. 1964), American corporate executive
  • Eric Erlandson (b. 1963), American songwriter and guitarist
  • Axel Erlandson (1884-1964), Swedish American horticulturist
  • Erland Erlandson (1790-1875), Danish carpenter and sailor who, after becoming a British prisoner of war during the Napoleonic Wars, joined the Hudson's Bay Company in British North America


  1. "What are the 5,000 Most Common Last Names in the U.S.?". NameCensus.com, https://namecensus.com/last-names/


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