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Roland is a masculine Germanic given name that is also used as a family name. Forms in other languages include: Orlando (Italian), Rolando (Italian, Portuguese, Spanish), Roldán (Spanish).
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Origin
The name Roland originates from German and means "famous land". It became widespread after the military hero Roland who served in the Frankish army. Variations include "Rollo" in British English (the name is a type of chocolate candy in American English and hence less used) and "Rolle" in Scandinavian languages.
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