Roll, of Germanic origin, means 'famous wolf'. It's an uncommon yet striking male given name, derived from the Old Norse word 'Rúllr', which translates to 'fame' and is also associated with the wolf due to its similarity to 'Úlfarr', meaning 'wolf'. The name has been used throughout history, notably by historical figures such as Rollon, a 10th-century Viking chief who founded the dynasty of William the Conqueror. It's not particularly popular today, but it retains a unique and strong character, much like its original meaning.
The name Roll had five instances of birth recorded in the year 1881, which accounts for all of the total births registered under that name during that period.