Erik II of Denmark
Danish monarch
1090 — 1137
Quick Facts
Profession
Danish monarch
Born
January 1, 1090
Died
1137 (age ~47)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
monarch
Kingdom of DenmarkDied in Urnehoved Tingsted
1090
Born (1090-01-01)
1134
Positionmonarch of Denmark (1134–1137)
1137
Died in Urnehoved Tingsted
About
Eric II the Memorable was king of Denmark between 1134 and 1137. He was an illegitimate son of Eric I of Denmark, who ruled the kingdom from 1095 to 1103. Eric the Memorable rebelled against his uncle Niels, King of Denmark, and was declared king in 1134. He punished his adversaries severely, and rewarded his supporters handsomely. He was killed by a subject in 1137 and was promptly succeeded as king by his nephew Eric III of Denmark.
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Who is Erik II of Denmark?+
Eric II the Memorable was king of Denmark between 1134 and 1137. He was an illegitimate son of Eric I of Denmark, who ruled the kingdom from 1095 to 1103. Eric the Memorable rebelled against his uncle Niels, King of Denmark, and was declared king in 1134. He punished his adversaries severely, and re
What does the name Erik mean?+
The name Erik means "A male given name from Old Norse, variant of Eric.. Etymology: A spelling variant of Eric, or directly borrowed from modern Erik.". It is of English origin.
When was Erik II of Denmark born?+
Erik II of Denmark was born on January 1, 1090.
When did Erik II of Denmark die?+
Erik II of Denmark died in 1137, at approximately 47 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Old Norse, variant of Eric.. Etymology: A spelling variant of Eric, or directly borrowed from modern Erik.
The name Erik is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Old Norse, variant of Eric.. Etymology: A spelling variant of Eric, or directly borrowed from modern Erik.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Erik — January 1, 1090
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Eb
Grass — path, growth, vitality
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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