Rolanda
Rolanda is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous land or renowned land.
Origin and history
Rolanda is a feminine form of Roland, derived from the Germanic elements meaning famous land. It experienced modest usage in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century. Today, it is a rare choice for newborns in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
3,386 babies in the United States have been named Rolanda since 1880. It ranks #3049 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15 %)
- NY (10.8 %)
- IL (9.9 %)
- LA (7.9 %)
- CA (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 70 |
| 1950-1960 | 359 |
| 1960-1970 | 744 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,248 |
| 1980-1990 | 507 |
| 1990-2000 | 356 |
| 2000-2010 | 89 |
| 2010-2019 | 13 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Rolanda
- Rolanda Watts: Television Host, Actress
Nicknames
Ro, Landa, Rolie
Fun facts
- Rolanda was created as a feminine variation of the classic medieval Germanic name Roland.
- The name reached its highest annual popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s.