Rollo

Rollo is a masculine first name, considered a Latinized English variant of the Old French name Roul. This, in turn, derives from Rolf, which can be traced back to the Old German name Rudolf. The literal meaning of the name is 'the famous wolf.'

What does the name Rollo mean?

The name Rollo is a Latinized form of the English Roul, which represents an Old French spelling of Rolf. It originally comes from the Old German Rudolf. The meaning of the name can be translated as 'the famous wolf.' Its origin is rooted in two Old High German elements: hruod, which means 'fame,' 'honor,' 'distinction,' or 'praise,' and wolf, which means 'wolf.' Variants include Rulle, Rolle, and Roel. The name gained popularity through a Viking from the 10th century who became known as the Duke of Normandy.

Where does the name Rollo come from?

Rollo is a masculine first name with Old High German origins, meaning 'the famous wolf.' The word components come from Old High German: hruod stands for fame, honor, distinction, or praise, while wolf stands for wolf. The name is common in German, English, and in a Latinizing form.

How do you pronounce Rollo?

The pronunciation of Rollo is two syllables and has a pleasant sound. It is pronounced as 'Rol-lo' [ˈʁɔlo], with the repetition of the dark 'o' providing a harmonious sound structure. The double consonant enhances the central compactness of the name. The open final vowel gives Rollo a certain lightness and accessibility. Overall, the name conveys a lively and traditional impression, with a clear syllable structure and a warm timbre.

When is the name day of Rollo?

The name days for Rollo fall on April 17, June 26, July 15, and November 6.

Popularity

In Germany, Rollo is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd on the list of the most common male first names. Over the last ten years, the name has been given less than ten times, placing it 9,638th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Rollo ranks 10,904th. Information on global popularity and rankings in various countries is also available.

Famous people

• Rollo (Duke of Normandy and Viking)
• Rollo Davidson (Mathematician from Great Britain)
• Rollo the Green Roller (Character from 'Bob the Builder')
• Rollo Gebhard (German sailor)
• Rollo Jack (British footballer)
• Rollo Weeks (British actor)