| Meaning | famous throughout the land |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ro-lan |
About Rolan
Choosing a name for your baby is a momentous decision, one that will stay with them for a lifetime. If you're seeking a name that blends tradition with a touch of uniqueness, consider "Rolan" for your baby boy.
Rolan, with its roots in Germanic heritage, is a variant of the more common name Roland. Roland derives from the Old High German name "Hruodland," signifying "fame" and "land" or "territory." Thus, Rolan carries a profound meaning of "famous land" or "renowned territory."
Variations of Rolan include Roland, Rowland, Rolen, and Rolando. If you're looking for names similar to Rolan, Nolan, Roman, Ronan, and Rylan are excellent choices. Rolan can be affectionately shortened to Ro, Rolo, or Rolly, adding a personal touch to the name.
What makes Rolan an exceptional choice is its timeless quality. It's a name that exudes strength and character while still being versatile in modern times. It's equally fitting for a future scholar, artist, or athlete.
The name Rolan has made appearances in both real life and fiction. From famous individuals like Rolan Bolan, son of legendary musician Marc Bolan, to fictional characters like Rolan Deschain in Stephen King's "The Dark Tower" series, this name has left its mark.
Rolan is a name with a rich heritage and a timeless appeal that can suit any baby boy. Its combination of traditional roots and modern sound makes it a name that can stand the test of time and accompany your child throughout their journey in life.
Nicknames for Rolan
| Rol |
| Ro |
| Rolly |
Famous People Named Rolan
| Rolan Bolan | Son of musician Marc Bolan |
| Rolan Bykov | Russian actor and film director |
| Rolan G. Fryer Jr. | American economist and professor |
| Rolan Pöntinen | Swedish pianist |
| Rolan Bell | British actor |
| Rolan Milligan | American football player |
| Rolan Roberts | Former American basketball player |
| Rolan Sergei Boor | Russian conductor and composer |
| Rolan Terry | French basketball player |
| Rolan Veniaminovich Bykov | Russian actor |
| Rolan Ugajin | Japanese long-distance runner |
| Rolan Melyan | Armenian footballer |
| Rolan Preza | Albanian footballer |
| Rolan Parnell | British jazz musician |
| Rolan Estevez | Actor and brother of Emilio Estevez |
| Rolan Adams | American actor |
| Rolan Wengg | Austrian sprint canoer |
| Rolan Bolanca | Croatian footballer |
| Rolan Gusev | Russian footballer |
| Rolan Muchamedyarov | Russian footballer |
Characters Named Rolan
| Rolan Deschain | From Stephen King's "The Dark Tower" series |
| Rolan Martillo | A character from the manga and anime series "Claymore" |
| Rolan de Loire | A character from the manga and anime series "07-Ghost" |
| Rolan Michaels | A character from the book "The Ghost Chronicles" by Marlo Berliner |
| Rolan Watson | A character from the book "Abby, Reinvented" by Ann Collins |
| Rolan Kayne | A character from the book "Black Leopard, Red Wolf" by Marlon James |