"famous in the land, renowned territory"
Origin: Old High German
Language: French/English
Rolland
Pronunciation: [ r-AHL-uhnd ]
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"glory of the homeland"
Origin: Germanic (hrod+land)
Language: English
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The Story of Rolland
Rolland is a variant spelling of Roland, which derives from the Old High German Hrodland, composed of hrod meaning fame or glory and land meaning territory or land. Together the name means famous in the land or renowned throughout the territory. It was borne by one of the most celebrated heroes of medieval legend: Roland, paladin of Charlemagne, whose death at the Battle of Roncevaux Pass (778 AD) inspired the epic poem La Chanson de Roland.
Roland and its variant Rolland peaked in popularity in the early 20th century in the US and Europe. The name has since declined but retains a dignified, classic quality. The Rolland spelling was used by French-speaking communities and remains an elegant variant.
La Chanson de Roland (The Song of Roland), written around 1100 AD, is considered the oldest major work of French literature. Roland became the archetypal knight — brave, loyal, and willing to die for his lord. The name thus carries centuries of chivalric tradition and heroic valor.
Historical Record
Rolland first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,620 babies have been named Rolland in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rolland is past its peak , currently ranked #4,795 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Orlando, the Italian and Spanish form of Roland, gave its name to the city of Orlando, Florida
- La Chanson de Roland is considered the oldest epic poem in French literature, written circa 1100 AD
Rolland in Other Languages
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Roland
German
Roland
Italian
Orlando
Spanish
Roldán/Orlando
Portuguese
Rolando
Popularity Over Time
#4,795
Current Rank
Peaked 1950
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,795
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- French English American Italian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Rol
Roly
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rolland
What does the name Rolland mean?
"famous in the land, renowned territory" (from Old High German). "glory of the homeland" (from Germanic (hrod+land)). Rolland is a variant spelling of Roland, which derives from the Old High German Hrodland, composed of hrod meaning fame or glory and land meaning territory or land. Together the name means famous in the land or renowned throughout the territory. It was borne by one of the most celebrated heroes of medieval legend: Roland, paladin of Charlemagne, whose death at the Battle of Roncevaux Pass (778 AD) inspired the epic poem La Chanson de Roland.
What is the origin of the name Rolland?
Rolland has Old High German, Germanic (hrod+land), French, English, American, and Italian origins. In Old High German, it means "famous in the land, renowned territory". In Germanic (hrod+land), it means "glory of the homeland".
Is Rolland a boy or girl name?
Rolland is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4795. As a girl name, it is ranked #66722. Rolland is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Rolland?
Rolland is pronounced r-AHL-uhnd.
How popular is the name Rolland?
Rolland is currently ranked #4795 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Rolland?
Common nicknames for Rolland include Rol and Roly.
What are good middle names for Rolland?
Popular middle name pairings include Rolland James, Rolland Frederick, Rolland Eugene, Rolland Albert, Rolland Victor, Rolland Bernard, and Rolland Charles.
What are good sibling names for Rolland?
Names that pair well with Rolland as siblings include Dorothy, Evelyn, Margaret, Helen, Harold, Walter, Earl, and Leonard.
How many syllables does Rolland have?
Rolland has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Rolland a common or rare name?
Rolland is an uncommon name, ranked #4795 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Rolland
Rolland is a boy name with French, English, American, and Italian origins . The name means "famous in the land, renowned territory" in Old High German .
Is Rolland a boy or girl name? Rolland is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,795 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #66,722. Rolland is more commonly used as a boy name.
Rolland is currently ranked #4,795 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Rolland has 2 syllables and is pronounced r-AHL-uhnd, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Rolland include Rol and Roly. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rolland include Rollins, Rollin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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