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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Famous land
- Origin
- Germanic (Frankish, via Old French)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ROH-lund
Roland is a boy's name of Germanic origin, arriving in English by way of the Frankish and Old French, and it means "famous land." It sounds like ROH-lund, and it carries a vintage, storybook feel that's both classic and a little romantic.
Meaning & Origin of Roland
Meaning: Famous land.
Origin: Germanic (Frankish, via Old French).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Roland
ROH-lundIPA /ˈroʊlənd/
Popularity of Roland
Roland peaked in 1924, when it ranked #98 with 1,822 babies given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #663 with 413 babies, so it's familiar without being common.
Names Like Roland
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FAQ
What does the name Roland mean?
Famous land. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Roland?
Roland is pronounced ROH-lund (IPA: /ˈroʊlənd/).
Is Roland a popular name right now?
Roland peaked at #98 in 1924 and is ranked #663 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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