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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: roh-LAHND //roʊˈlɑːnd//
Origin: French; Germanic
Meaning: Famous land; brave ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rolande has its roots in the Germanic name Hruodland, which is composed of the elements 'hruod,' meaning 'fame' or 'glory,' and 'land,' meaning 'land' or 'territory.' This name evolved into the Old French form Roland, which became popular in medieval France. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, bringing with it many Old French names, including Rolande, as a feminine variant of Roland.
Historically, the name Roland is most famously associated with the legendary figure of Roland, a Frankish knight and military leader under Charlemagne, who is celebrated in the epic poem "The Song of Roland," composed in the 11th century. This work not only solidified the name's prominence in medieval literature but also contributed to the cultural memory of chivalry and heroism in Western Europe.
The name Rolande, as a feminine form, reflects the same noble qualities, often associated with strength and valor. Culturally, Rolande carries connotations of nobility and bravery, resonating with the ideals of medieval chivalry.
The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often linked to themes of loyalty and honor. In addition, diminutive forms such as Rola or Lande may appear in certain contexts, though they are less commonly documented.
The enduring legacy of the name Rolande can be traced through its historical significance and the cultural narratives that have shaped its identity over the centuries.
Famous people named Rolande
In this section, you will find notable people named Rolande. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Rolande who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Rolande Bégin is a Canadian artist best known for her work in contemporary painting and mixed media.
Rolande Duguay is a Canadian actress best known for her roles in various television series and films.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rolande was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Rolande has ranked as high as #891 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Maine, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
In the past 5 years the name Rolande has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Rolande is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Rolande was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Rolande (1951)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ME | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Rolande.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1924 | 25 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |