Erickson

Erickson is a surname of Scandinavian origin. It is a patronymic name meaning “son of Erik” or “son of Eric,” derived from the given name Erik, an Old Norse form of Eric. The spelling varies by region and language: Eriksson or Eriksen is common in Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish traditions, while English-language forms include Erickson and Ericksen. The form Erickson with a single c is particularly common in the United States and Canada, where Nordic ancestry has often been Anglicized or altered over time.

The surname is found among people of Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish descent, and it spread to North America through immigration in the 19th and 20th centuries. It is typically used as a family name but may appear in compound surnames or in cases where given names or patronymics were retained in full.

Notable bearers with the surname Erickson have achieved recognition across a range of fields, including science, arts, sports, and public life. As a patronymic surname, Erickson is widely distributed and members of the name may not be closely related, especially across different countries or regions.

Variants and related names include Erikson, Eriksson, Eriksen, Erickson, and Ericksson. Differences in spelling often reflect linguistic shifts, immigration records, or personal preference.

See also: Erickson (disambiguation) for places, organizations, or other uses associated with the name.