Roland

Male

Meaning

famous throughout the land

Origin

German

Pronunciation

/ˈroʊlənd/

Traits associated with the name Roland:

Dogs named Roland tend to be loving. This name is also associated with companionship, beauty, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Roland?

Naming your dog Roland suggests that you have an appreciation for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you may have a fondness for history and tradition.

Is Roland a good dog name?

Roland has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Roland isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

5,275
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1,388
New York City Dog Name Database
1,970
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Roland is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Roland was, in the past month, the 5745th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Roland is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Roland was viewed 82 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Roland's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Roland is most adored in New York, Virginia and West Virginia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Iowa, Oklahoma and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Roland.

Roland is found in these categories:

exotic dog names
exotic

Hailing from Old German, this moniker screams medieval knights and chivalry!

Dog names like Roland:

Bright Fame
satisfied
he outshines in battle
pomegranate fruit
fertile earth; fertility
song of the Lord
Roland dog name meaning

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Roland (Washington, United States)
For the first few days after I got my new pup, I kept him in the cardboard box my drum set had come in. After testing out a couple names, I realized the best name was starting me in the face
May 25, 2022

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