Russell: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A red-haired child full of warmth and charm.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #370
- Peak
- #48 in 1904
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Russell Means
Russell is a boy name of English origin. A red-haired child full of warmth and charm.
How Popular Russell Is
Russell currently ranks #370 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #48 in 1904. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Russell
- Russell reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #48 in 1904.
- Russell has been a top 100 name across 164+ years of American history.
- Russell is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Russell
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Russell
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Questions About Russell
What does Russell mean?
Russell is a boy name of English origin. A red-haired child full of warmth and charm.
How popular is Russell?
Russell currently ranks #370 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #48 in 1904. It has held steady.
Where does Russell come from?
Russell comes from English roots. Russell reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #48 in 1904.
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