Orlandus is an infrequently encountered given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'orundus', meaning 'noble'. It was a name used by some individuals in medieval Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly among those of high social standing due to its association with nobility. The name has not seen widespread usage in modern times but is still occasionally employed as a unique and distinctive choice for a child's name.
The name Orlandus had its most popular years between 1970 and 1982, with a consistent number of births each year, ranging from 5 to 8. After 1990, the frequency of this name significantly decreased, with only five occurrences in total over the next two decades. The peak birth year was 1975 and 1977, both having eight births. Overall, there were a total of 116 births named Orlandus from 1962 to 2008.