Erling vs Erlin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erling

Boy #2,911 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"descendant of a nobleman"

Origin: Old Norse

Norwegian Scandinavian Viking

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Boy #4,242 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"eagle, nobleman"

Origin: Old Norse ern/jarl

Scandinavian German Dutch

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Erling Rank #2,911

Erlin Rank #4,242

Erling is more popular, ranked #2911 vs #4242 for Erlin.

Is Erling or Erlin more popular?

Erling is more popular, ranked #2911 compared to Erlin at #4242 in the United States.

What do Erling and Erlin mean?

Erling means "descendant of a nobleman" (Old Norse origin). Erlin means "eagle, nobleman" (Old Norse ern/jarl origin).

Are Erling and Erlin boy or girl names?

Erling is primarily a boy name. Erlin is primarily a boy name.