Rolland

German

"famous throughout the land"

Rolland Origin and Meaning

The name Rolland is a boy's name.

Rolland is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from the Old Germanic elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'land' meaning 'land' or 'territory.' It is a variant spelling of Roland, a name that gained fame through the legendary medieval hero Roland, a Frankish military leader under Charlemagne who was immortalized in the epic poem 'The Song of Roland.' The name conveys strength and heroism, reflecting its literary heritage. While not among the most common names in recent decades, Rolland maintains a timeless quality and steady presence in various Western countries, particularly those with French or Germanic influences. Its distinctive spelling with the double 'l' gives it a slight French flair.

Rolland Rank in US Top 1000

# 969 in the US

Famous People Named Rolland

• Romain Rolland winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature