Roland: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A famous child from the renowned homeland.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #568
- Peak
- #98 in 1924
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Roland Means
Roland is a boy name of English origin. A famous child from the renowned homeland.
How Popular Roland Is
Roland currently ranks #568 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #98 in 1924. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Roland
- Roland broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #98 in 1924.
- Roland has been a top 100 name across 173+ years of American history.
- Roland is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has literary connections that bookish parents love.
Names Like Roland
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Roland
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Roland.
Questions About Roland
What does Roland mean?
Roland is a boy name of English origin. A famous child from the renowned homeland.
How popular is Roland?
Roland currently ranks #568 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #98 in 1924. It has held steady.
Where does Roland come from?
Roland comes from English roots. Roland broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #98 in 1924.
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