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Roland

Name Meaning:

From Germanic Hrodland, composed of 'hrod' (fame) and 'land' (land). Meaning "famous throughout the land." Roland was a legendary nephew of Charlemagne.

Noteable Namesakes

Roland (Legendary Knight); Roland Emmerich (Director); Roland Barthes (Philosopher); Roland Orzabal (Musician - Tears for Fears)

Origin

Germanic

Popularity

US: #554, UK: #389

Variations/Nicknames

Rolando; Orlando; Rowland; Roly

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