Son of Roland; or from the hill
Brolin is a rare surname-turned-first-name with two primary etymological paths. It is often cited as a Scandinavian or Germanic patronymic meaning 'son of Roland,' or linked to the Old English 'brΕ' meaning a hill or slope. In modern usage, it is most strongly associated with the American acting dynasty.
Less common today
Brolin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,565 in 2011.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Academy Award-nominated American actor
Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor and director
