Erlich Name Meaning, Facts & Family History

The surname Erlich is of German and Jewish origin. It is derived from the German word "erle" which means alder tree. The name likely originated as a topographic surname referring to someone who lived near or worked with alder trees.
In Jewish communities, the surname Erlich may have also been an anglicized version of the Yiddish surname "Ehrlich" which means "honest" or "truthful". Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe often changed their names upon arrival in English-speaking countries, so it is possible that Erlich was a variation of Ehrlich.
As for the family history, it would be necessary to conduct detailed genealogical research to provide a specific account. However, it is likely that people with the surname Erlich can be found in various countries around the world, including Germany, the United States, Israel, and other places with significant German or Jewish populations.

The Erlich family is fictional, but they are portrayed as being from Piedmont, California in the television show "Silicon Valley".

1. Richard Erlich - American professor and literary critic
2. David Erlich - American film critic and writer
3. Matt Erlich - American musician and songwriter
4. Howard Erlich - American sociologist and anarchist
5. Daniel Erlich - Israeli footballer
6. Kerstin Erlich - German politician
7. Julian Erlich - Argentine musician and songwriter
8. Jonathan Erlich - Israeli tennis player
9. Nicolas Erlich - French footballer
10. Adelia Erlich - Brazilian singer-songwriter