Roland Name Meaning & Origin
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Roland is a masculine given name of Frankish origin, derived from the Old High German elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'land' meaning 'land' or 'territory'. It became popular in medieval Europe, especially in France and Germany, due to the legendary figure Roland, a Frankish military leader under Charlemagne.
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French (European) 40% -
German (European) 35% -
Polish (European) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Roland
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Roland in the US (SSA Data):
Roland Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.