What is Rollo short for?
In old records, Rollo is usually short for Roland. It can also stand for Rudolph. You will find it in British and American records, chiefly 1800s-1900s. The Rollo-to-Roland jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.
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Does Rollo always mean Roland?+
Not always. Rollo most often stands for Roland, but it also appears for Rudolph. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.
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