Holding steady.
Popularity of Olando since 1956
Babies named Olando per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 19 |
| 1960s | 76 |
| 1970s | 178 |
| 1980s | 138 |
| 1990s | 113 |
| 2000s | 63 |
| 2010s | 23 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Olando is an Italian variant of Orlando, which itself comes from the Germanic Roland, meaning 'famous throughout the land'. The first recorded use of Olando in the United States was in 1956, though it has always been extremely rare, never reaching the top 1000. Its peak year was 1975, when it saw its highest number of births, likely influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Orlando. The trajectory of Olando has been stable, with sporadic usage in small numbers over the decades. While it lacks strong regional ties, it remains a distinctive choice for families with Italian heritage or those seeking a rare alternative to Orlando.
Olando is an Italian variant of Orlando, itself the Italian form of Roland. Roland derives from the Germanic elements hrod 'fame' and land 'land', thus 'famous throughout the land'. The name was borne by the legendary Frankish hero of the 11th-century epic 'The Song of Roland'. Olando has seen limited use in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lando, Ollie
Sibling names for Olando
Names that share Olando's style, for a brother or sister.
