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Name Origin

Orlando is a masculine given name of Italian origin. It is derived from the city of Orlando, which itself is named after the hero Roland in the medieval epic poem 'The Song of Roland'. Roland was a legendary knight known for his bravery, loyalty, and skill in battle.

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Famous People

Orlando Bloom (1977-)

Actor

  • Known for roles in The Lord of the Rings and Pirates of the Caribbean film series

Orlando Cepeda (1937-)

Baseball Player

  • National League MVP in 1967
  • 12-time All-Star

Orlando Magic

NBA Basketball Team

  • Reached the NBA Finals in 1995

Orlando Jones (1968-)

Actor, comedian, writer

  • Known for roles in films such as Drumline and Evolution.
  • Former cast member on the sketch comedy show MADtv.

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