Roland from the Germanic elements hrod meaning "fame" and land meaning "land", though some theories hold that the second element was originally nand meaning "brave". Roland was a semi-legendary French hero whose story is told in the medieval epic 'La Chanson de Roland', in which he is a nephew of Charlemagne killed in battle with the Saracens. The Normans introduced this name to England.
Saintly namesake: Orlando di Medici, also known as Saint Roland, was a 14th-century Italian saint. He is remembered for his piety and service. (September 15 · 14th century)
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