Roald
Norwegian · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Roald
Roald derives from Old Norse elements "hróarr" (fame) and "valdr" (ruler), meaning "famous ruler" or "renowned leader." The name is primarily used in Scandinavian cultures, particularly Norwegian and Danish, with historical prominence through explorer Roald Amundsen and Norwegian royal naming traditions.
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Etymology
Roald derives from Old Norse elements "hróarr" (fame) and "valdr" (ruler), meaning "famous ruler" or "renowned leader." The name is primarily used in Scandinavian cultures, particularly Norwegian and Danish, with historical prominence through explorer Roald Amundsen and Norwegian royal naming traditions.
Roald currently ranks #3,285 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1928.
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