Holding steady.
Popularity of Orland since 1885
Babies named Orland per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 13 |
| 1890s | 23 |
| 1900s | 48 |
| 1910s | 379 |
| 1920s | 605 |
| 1930s | 348 |
| 1940s | 228 |
| 1950s | 145 |
| 1960s | 91 |
| 1970s | 86 |
| 1980s | 52 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 13 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Orland is a rare masculine name that saw its highest usage in the 1920s, peaking in 1922. Despite its peak year, the name never entered the top 1000, and it remains uncommon today. The name's trajectory is stable, with no significant revival or decline noted in recent decades. Orland is likely a variant of the more familiar Orlando or Roland, and it carries a vintage, classic feel. Parents seeking a distinctive name with a history of use in the early 20th century may find Orland appealing, though its rarity means it stands out without being unfamiliar.
Orland may be a shortened form of Orlando, the Italian form of Roland. Roland derives from the Germanic elements 'hrod' (fame) and 'land' (land), giving a meaning of 'famous land'. It has been used occasionally in English-speaking countries since the 19th century, often as a variant of Roland or Orlando.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Orly, Andy
Sibling names for Orland
Names that share Orland's style, for a brother or sister.
