Rowland

Rowland: name meaning, origin and popularity

Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛˆΙΉΙ™ΚŠlΙ™nd/

Meaning and origin of Rowland

  • A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Roland.

How popular is Rowland?

16U.S. babies in 2025
#500peak rank (1903)
4,279babies since 1880

Since 1880, 4,279 boys in the U.S. have been named Rowland. Its highest rank for boys was #500 in 1903. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Rowland FAQ

What does the name Rowland mean?

A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Roland.

What is the origin of the name Rowland?

Rowland is listed as a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Rowland?

Since 1880, 4,279 boys in the U.S. have been named Rowland. Its highest rank for boys was #500 in 1903. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Rowland a boy or girl name?

Rowland is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,279 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.