Roland
Roland is a boy name of Germanic, via French origin, meaning “Famous throughout the land”.
| Meaning | Famous throughout the land |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via French |
| Pronunciation | ROH-lund |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | France, Germany, United Kingdom, Hungary |
Meaning and origin of Roland
Roland comes from the Germanic Hrodland, from hrod (fame) and land (land, country), so 'famous across the land'. It owes its fame to the Song of Roland, an eleventh-century French epic about one of Charlemagne's knights who dies heroically at Roncevaux. The Italian form Orlando appears in Renaissance poems by Boiardo and Ariosto. The Normans brought the name to England.
Is Roland a religious name?
Roland is a European name made famous by medieval legend rather than by scripture; in the Song of Roland the hero fights for Christendom.
How popular is Roland?
Known across Europe; a fairly uncommon but steady traditional choice.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Roland mean?
Roland means 'Famous throughout the land'. It is of Germanic, via French origin.
Does Roland have a religious meaning?
Roland is a European name made famous by medieval legend rather than by scripture; in the Song of Roland the hero fights for Christendom.
How do you pronounce Roland?
Roland is pronounced ROH-lund.
Is Roland a boy or girl name?
Roland is usually a boy name.