In Viking society, a jarl, or noble leader, could become a king through various means, such as demonstrating military success, gaining the loyalty of warriors, or inheriting power from a predecessor. Often, a jarl would unify smaller tribes or clans under his leadership, leveraging alliances and strategic marriages to strengthen his claim. Additionally, the support of influential local chieftains and recognition from other powerful figures were crucial in establishing a jarl as a king. Over time, this consolidation of power and influence allowed a jarl to ascend to kingship.
If you support the Stormcloaks for the Civil War quest, then yes, Jarl Ulfric will become High King of Skyrim. If you join the Imperial Legion, he is killed.
Jarl Ekenryd's birth name is Jarl Ekenryd.
Jarl Victor's birth name is Jarl E. Victor.
Jarl Forsmann's birth name is Forsmann, Jarl Mikael.
Jarl Lindblad's birth name is Jarl Martin Lindblad.
Jarl Hamilton's birth name is Jarl Hugo Friis Hamilton.
Jarl goes by Jarly.
Jarl Lundqvist died in 1965.
Jarl Lundqvist was born in 1896.
Jarl Jakobsson was born in 1880.
Jarl Jakobsson died in 1951.
Birger Jarl was born in 1200.