Boy
Roland
famous land, fame of the land
About Roland
Strength, tradition, and literary grandeur define this time-honored choice. With centuries of use across European cultures, the name carries historical weight and noble associations. It suggests reliability, courage, and steadfastness—qualities deeply embedded in its legendary namesakes. The hard consonants create a masculine, solid impression, while the flowing middle gives it approachability. Parents selecting Roland often appreciate classic literature, value traditional virtues, and prefer names with proven longevity over trendy alternatives. This name won't sound dated in twenty years because it's already proven timeless over centuries. It commands respect without seeming stuffy, and its straightforward pronunciation prevents confusion. For boys who will grow into men of substance and character, Roland provides a strong foundation. The name works across professional contexts, from academic settings to corporate boardrooms to creative studios. It's substantial enough to stand alone, yet accommodating of nicknames if desired. A choice for parents who see naming as honoring history while building future.
Popularity of the Name Roland
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #281 | ||||
| 1881 | #293 | ||||
| 1882 | #281 | ||||
| 1883 | #278 | ||||
| 1884 | #263 | ||||
| 1885 | #239 | ||||
| 1886 | #230 | ||||
| 1887 | #226 | ||||
| 1888 | #251 | ||||
| 1889 | #216 | ||||
| 1890 | #198 | ||||
| 1891 | #185 | ||||
| 1892 | #193 | ||||
| 1893 | #161 | ||||
| 1894 | #172 | ||||
| 1895 | #161 | ||||
| 1896 | #177 | ||||
| 1897 | #170 | ||||
| 1898 | #168 | ||||
| 1899 | #152 | ||||
| 1900 | #157 | #83 | |||
| 1901 | #145 | #85 | |||
| 1902 | #153 | #87 | |||
| 1903 | #162 | #94 | |||
| 1904 | #142 | #85 | |||
| 1905 | #147 | #91 | |||
| 1906 | #157 | #124 | |||
| 1907 | #165 | #84 | |||
| 1908 | #151 | #104 | |||
| 1909 | #163 | #121 | |||
| 1910 | #163 | #123 | |||
| 1911 | #147 | #99 | |||
| 1912 | #127 | #92 | |||
| 1913 | #128 | #102 | |||
| 1914 | #121 | #120 | |||
| 1915 | #118 | #110 | |||
| 1916 | #118 | #115 | |||
| 1917 | #117 | #103 | |||
| 1918 | #121 | #119 | |||
| 1919 | #119 | #124 | |||
| 1920 | #114 | #99 | |||
| 1921 | #107 | #106 | |||
| 1922 | #115 | #107 | |||
| 1923 | #104 | #99 | |||
| 1924 | #98 | #127 | |||
| 1925 | #98 | #111 | |||
| 1926 | #107 | #120 | |||
| 1927 | #109 | #117 | |||
| 1928 | #107 | #105 | |||
| 1929 | #104 | #134 | |||
| 1930 | #107 | #109 | |||
| 1931 | #107 | #114 | |||
| 1932 | #111 | #125 | |||
| 1933 | #114 | #115 | |||
| 1934 | #119 | ||||
| 1935 | #119 | #119 | |||
| 1936 | #118 | #147 | |||
| 1937 | #126 | #145 | |||
| 1938 | #124 | #150 | |||
| 1939 | #131 | #144 | |||
| 1940 | #141 | #120 | |||
| 1941 | #144 | #162 | |||
| 1942 | #143 | #157 | |||
| 1943 | #150 | ||||
| 1944 | #155 | #167 | |||
| 1945 | #158 | #178 | |||
| 1946 | #166 | #195 | |||
| 1947 | #166 | #162 | |||
| 1948 | #170 | ||||
| 1949 | #175 | #174 | |||
| 1950 | #187 | ||||
| 1951 | #184 | ||||
| 1952 | #187 | ||||
| 1953 | #191 | ||||
| 1954 | #193 | #184 | |||
| 1955 | #202 | ||||
| 1956 | #212 | #191 | |||
| 1957 | #216 | ||||
| 1958 | #234 | ||||
| 1959 | #236 | ||||
| 1960 | #240 | #225 | |||
| 1961 | #236 | #231 | |||
| 1962 | #235 | #249 | |||
| 1963 | #230 | ||||
| 1964 | #227 | #212 | |||
| 1965 | #244 | #253 | #221 | ||
| 1966 | #238 | #252 | |||
| 1967 | #250 | #174 | |||
| 1968 | #253 | #274 | #221 | ||
| 1969 | #269 | #236 | #289 | ||
| 1970 | #286 | #278 | |||
| 1971 | #306 | #302 | #230 | ||
| 1972 | #317 | #355 | |||
| 1973 | #313 | #213 | |||
| 1974 | #338 | #285 | |||
| 1975 | #338 | #222 | |||
| 1976 | #337 | #363 | |||
| 1977 | #363 | #324 | |||
| 1978 | #348 | #280 | #253 | ||
| 1979 | #371 | ||||
| 1980 | #365 | #381 | |||
| 1981 | #379 | #317 | |||
| 1982 | #403 | #221 | |||
| 1983 | #406 | ||||
| 1984 | #395 | ||||
| 1985 | #421 | ||||
| 1986 | #445 | ||||
| 1987 | #439 | ||||
| 1988 | #432 | ||||
| 1989 | #470 | ||||
| 1990 | #506 | ||||
| 1991 | #535 | #583 | |||
| 1992 | #536 | #364 | #489 | ||
| 1993 | #558 | #572 | |||
| 1994 | #570 | #642 | |||
| 1995 | #605 | #726 | |||
| 1996 | #579 | #725 | |||
| 1997 | #648 | #691 | |||
| 1998 | #678 | #774 | |||
| 1999 | #667 | #784 | |||
| 2000 | #689 | #794 | |||
| 2001 | #724 | #838 | |||
| 2002 | #736 | ||||
| 2003 | #733 | #928 | |||
| 2004 | #772 | #811 | |||
| 2005 | #732 | ||||
| 2006 | #783 | #414 | |||
| 2007 | #745 | ||||
| 2008 | #754 | #730 | |||
| 2009 | #753 | #678 | #848 | ||
| 2010 | #771 | #781 | |||
| 2011 | #751 | #761 | |||
| 2012 | #741 | #798 | |||
| 2013 | #670 | #594 | #732 | ||
| 2014 | #610 | #794 | |||
| 2015 | #588 | #571 | |||
| 2016 | #562 | #570 | |||
| 2017 | #530 | #503 | |||
| 2018 | #545 | #838 | #727 | ||
| 2019 | #532 | #859 | #604 | ||
| 2020 | #570 | #701 | |||
| 2021 | #668 | #957 | #609 | ||
| 2022 | #609 | #719 | #872 | ||
| 2023 | #662 | #689 | |||
| 2024 | #664 | #817 | |||
| 2025 | #608 | #910 | #958 | #738 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Roland
Names Similar to Roland
Nicknames for Roland
- Ro
- Rolly
- Land
- Lando
Famous People Named Roland
| Roland Barthes | French literary theorist |
| Roland Emmerich | German film director |
| Roland Garros | French aviator and tennis player |
| Roland Orzabal | British musician |
| Roland Joffé | British film director |
| Roland Gift | British musician |
| Roland Ratzenberger | Austrian Formula One driver |
| Roland Topor | French illustrator and writer |
| Roland Dyens | French classical guitarist |
| Roland Matthes | German swimmer |
| Roland Burris | American politician |
| Roland Petit | French composer |
| Roland Mouret | French fashion designer |
| Roland Kirk | American jazz multi-instrumentalist |
Characters Named Roland
| Roland Weary | fictional character from Kurt Vonnegut's "Slaughterhouse-Five" |
| Roland Tembo | fictional character from the movie "The Lost World - Jurassic Park" |
| Roland Crane | fictional character from the video game "Life is Strange 2" |
| Roland Michell | fictional character from the novel "Possession" by A.S. Byatt |