The name Roald is a boy's name of Norwegian origin meaning "famous ruler". Roald and is often added to lists like Best One-of-a-Kind Names for Boys and discussed in our forums with posts like "A brother or sister for little Jack or Olivia".
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EW314 Says:
SimoneKadele Says:
People say it both ways where I live.
eveyalecia Says:
I've always heard it like the word "rolled."
Guest Says:
Whenever I hear people say Roald Dahl's name they say Raoul.
Nooshi Says:
I actually really love this name. I think it is a nice way to honour a Ronald, and would fit right in with all the little Rowan's and Roman's.
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I love Roald Dahl, but not so much his name.