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Current rank (2025)#5608
Babies named Rowland in 202516
Total recorded4,279
Peak year1917 (90 babies)
Highest rank ever#502
Years in records1880–2025 (141 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 532 spots

Frequently asked about Rowland

What does the name Rowland mean?
Rowland means “Famous throughout the land” from Old Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Rowland?
Rowland has Old Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Famous throughout the land”.
How popular is Rowland?
Rowland ranked #5608 in 2025 — given to 16 babies that year.
When was Rowland most popular?
Rowland peaked in 1917 with 90 babies registered that year.
Is Rowland a boy or girl name?
Rowland is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Rowlands in registered births are male.
Is the name Rowland rising or falling in popularity?
Rowland has fallen 532 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #5076 in 2020 to #5608 in 2025.
How long has Rowland been recorded?
Rowland appears in birth records across 141 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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