Rolando
Meaning of Rolando
Rolando is a strong and timeless name for baby boys. With its Spanish origins, it carries a sense of richness and sophistication. Pronounced as roh-LAHN-doh (/roː.ˈlan.do/), Rolando has a melodic and charming sound. The variations of Roland and Rolan add versatility to the name, allowing parents to choose the version that resonates with them the most. In terms of popularity, Rolando has maintained a steady presence in the United States over the years, consistently ranking within the top 1500 names for newborn boys. Its highest peak occurred in 2011 when it reached position 798 on the popularity chart. Whether you're drawn to its Hispanic heritage or simply captivated by its elegant sound, Rolando is a name that will make your little one stand out with style and grace.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as roh-LAHN-doh (/roː.ˈlan.do/)
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Notable People Named Rolando
| Rolando Marquise McClain is a former American football linebacker who played for the Alabama Crimson Tide and in the NFL for the Oakland Raiders and Dallas Cowboys. |
| Rolando Jorge Pires da Fonseca, commonly known as Rolando, is a Portuguese professional footballer specializing as a central defender. |
| Rolando Villazón Mauleón is a Mexican operatic tenor, stage director, author, radio and television personality, and artistic director who is now a French citizen living in France. |
| Rolando Antonio Blackman is a Panamanian-American former professional basketball player and four-time NBA All-Star known for his career with the Dallas Mavericks. |
| Rolando Aarons is a Jamaican professional footballer known for his career as a winger for various clubs and the Jamaica national team. |
| Rolando Patricio Vera Rodas is a retired long-distance runner from Ecuador, who represented his native country at three consecutive Summer Olympics and achieved success at various regional championships. |
| Rolando Joselito Bautista - Rolando Joselito Delizo Bautista is a retired Filipino lieutenant general who served as the Secretary of Social Welfare and Development under the Duterte administration from 2018 to 2022. |
| Rolando Gabriel Dy is a Filipino bare-knuckle boxer and former mixed martial artist, known for his fights in the UFC and Brave Combat Federation, and is the son of former WBC World super featherweight title holder Rolando Navarrete. |
| Rolando José Álvarez Lagos is a Nicaraguan Catholic bishop known for his opposition to the government and his recent imprisonment. |
| Rolando Gomez - Rolando Gómez is a multi-talented American film producer, screenwriter, photographer, and author, known for his work in the film industry and recognition as a top writer by Quora. |
| Rolando Navarrete is a Filipino former professional boxer who held the WBC super featherweight title from August 1981 to May 1982. |
| Rolando Sarabia Oquendo is a renowned Cuban-born American ballet dancer who has performed with several prestigious ballet companies and was named the artistic director of Roanoke Ballet Theatre in 2021. |
| Rolando Barral was a renowned Cuban actor, television presenter, and radio host, known for his extensive career in telenovelas and as the host of the first Spanish-language talk show in American television. |
| Luis Rolando Arrojo Avila is a retired Major League Baseball pitcher who played from 1998 to 2002. |
| Rolando Hernández Verástegui, also known as Rolando Vera, was a renowned Mexican professional wrestler and wrestling trainer, who achieved fame in the 1950s and trained several notable wrestlers during his career. |
