Russell
RUS-əl
Popularity
#367
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
French
Total Births
360,516
Peak Year
#7,505 in 1960
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Russell is a French name, from a Norman nickname meaning 'red-haired' or 'fox-colored'. It has a strong and traditional feel.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Russell Crowe
Academy Award-winning actor
Russell Brand
English comedian and actor
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