Rollo
Meaning of Rollo
Originating from Old Norse, the name Rollo has a strong and rugged feel to it. It is primarily associated with Scandinavian heritage, particularly Norwegian roots. With its distinct pronunciation of ROHL-loo in Norwegian, Rollo carries a unique charm. In American and British English, it is pronounced as RAH-loh. The name Rollo has variations such as Rolf, which further adds to its versatility. Although not extremely popular in recent years, Rollo has maintained a consistent presence in the United States since the early 20th century. Offering an intriguing blend of strength and history, Rollo is an excellent choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as RAH-loh (/ˈrɑloʊ/*/)
British English
- Pronunced as RAH-loh (/ˈrɒləʊ/*/)
Norwegian
- Pronunced as ROHL-loo (/ru.lu/*/)
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Notable People Named Rollo
| Rollo Reece May was an influential American existential psychologist and author known for his work in humanistic psychology and existentialist philosophy, particularly in the field of existential psychotherapy. |
| Rollo Davidson was a talented probabilist and alpinist known for his work in mathematics and his tragic death at the age of 25. |
| Rollo Feilding, 11th Earl of Denbigh - William Rudolph Michael Feilding, also known as Rollo Feilding, was a British peer, advertising executive, and racing driver. |
| Rollo Weeks - Rollo Percival Loring Weeks is a British businessman and actor, famous for his leading roles in The Little Vampire (2000) and The Thief Lord (2006). |
