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Rowland

♂ Boy

Pronounced ROH-lənd /ˈroʊ.lənd/High

Meaning: A form of Roland — from Germanic hrod, 'fame, glory', plus land, 'land' — 'renowned land; famous throughout the land'Medium

In 30 seconds: Renowned land: Rowland is a form of Roland — 'famous throughout the land'. Vintage, classic, and warm.
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Origin MediumGerman
MeaningA form of Roland — from Germanic hrod, 'fame, glory', plus land, 'land' — 'renowned land; famous throughout the land'
U.S. rank (2024)#6097 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1917
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,263

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 191718802024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Rowland is the older English form of Roland — from Germanic hrod, 'fame, glory', plus land, 'land' — 'renowned land; famous throughout the land'. The legendary knight Roland was Charlemagne's greatest champion. A vintage, classic name and surname (nickname Row).

It registers thinly today. Rare, renowned-land at the root, and vintage.

Did you know? Roland means 'renowned land; famous throughout the land' (Germanic hrod, 'fame', plus land, 'land') — the legendary knight of Charlemagne — Rowland is the older English form, vintage and classic (said 'ROH-lənd').
Overall data confidence 68%
Behind the Name — Roland — root etymology

Variations

RolandRollandRowlond

Nicknames

Row

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rowland mean?

Rowland is a form of Roland — Germanic 'renowned land; famous throughout the land'.

How do you pronounce Rowland?

It's said ROH-lənd /ˈroʊ.lənd/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Rowland a boy or girl name?

Rowland is a boy's name.

How popular is Rowland?

Rowland is a rare name in the U.S.

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