Holding steady.
Popularity of Roldan since 1960
Babies named Roldan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 21 |
| 1970s | 52 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 65 |
| 2000s | 67 |
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Roldan has been recorded in U.S. birth data since 1960, though it has never ranked nationally. Its peak year was 1994, when it saw its highest recorded usage, but even then the number of births was extremely small. The name's trajectory has been stable, with occasional single-digit appearances. Roldan remains a rare choice, appealing to families drawn to Spanish-language heritage or the epic legacy of the Song of Roland. Its top states data is sparse, reflecting its uncommon status.
Roldan is the Spanish form of Roland, derived from the Germanic elements hrod ('fame') and land ('land'), though the exact derivation is uncertain. The name appears in medieval Spanish epic poetry as a hero in the 'Cantar de Roldán' (Song of Roland), a chanson de geste. In modern times, Roldan is primarily used as a given name in Spanish-speaking communities, though it remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Roly
Variants: Rolando, Roldán, Roldane
Sibling names for Roldan
Names that share Roldan's style, for a brother or sister.
