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Roland

ROH-lənd

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginGermanic

The Story of Roland

His name echoed through legendary chansons, and now it can resonate with your son's own heroic journey.

Roland is a name of Germanic origin, meaning 'famous land.' It gained immortal fame through the medieval epic 'The Song of Roland,' a heroic poem recounting the bravery and tragic death of a knight in Charlemagne's army. This name, carried from ancient warrior traditions, spread through Europe, becoming a symbol of chivalry and unwavering loyalty across centuries.

The sound of 'Roland' is strong and resonant, like a clarion call across a wide plain. When you imagine calling this name, it evokes a sense of noble character and steadfast loyalty. There is a charm in its historical weight, a promise of adventure and courage that you'll feel as you write 'Roland' on his birth certificate, connecting your son to a legacy of valiant spirit.

What It Means

Roland is of Germanic origin, meaning 'famous land'. It's a heroic name featured in the medieval epic 'The Song of Roland'.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Roland Barthes

    French literary theorist and philosopher

  • Roland Emmerich

    German film director, producer, and screenwriter.

Personality Traits

charmingbraveloyalcreative

Peak Year

#1,834 in 1924

Total Births

100,726

First Recorded

1880

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