Roland
Boy name · 58 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Roland: 58 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 8 births in 1974.
From the Germanic elements *hrod* (fame) and *land* (territory), Roland means "famous land" or "renowned throughout the land." The name is most famously borne by the legendary Frankish knight Roland, hero of the medieval epic *The Song of Roland* and a symbol of chivalry. More recently, the philosopher and literary critic Roland Barthes brought the name into modern intellectual circles. There are several places named after the knight, including Roland in Oklahoma, as well as numerous streets and squares across Europe. The Italian variant Orlando is equally well known, most notably via Shakespeare’s *As You Like It* and the Renaissance epic *Orlando Furioso*. The name enjoyed a revival in the 20th century and today carries a classic, strong, and slightly romantic air.
Boy 12 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19748 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7623 babies
- Total births
- 58since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 33%vs prior 5y