Russell

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Russell means "redhead" or "fox-colored" in Old French. It is derived from the Old French word "russet" which means "reddish-brown"
Pronunciation
RUS-əl
RUSS-əl
Popularity
Russell is a moderately popular name in the world. It was ranked as the 442nd most popular name for boys in the United States in 2020.

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Russell Name meanings & History

Russell means "redhead" or "fox-colored" in Old French. It is derived from the Old French word "russet" which means "reddish-brown". Russell is commonly used as a first name for boys. It is a classic and timeless name that can be suitable for all ages.

Zodiac Sign of Russell: Reason Aries

Synonyms of Russell:

R: Reason,Restless,Rational,Resourceful

U: Understanding,Universality,Undermining,Unity,Utopia

S: Sex,Status,Social Standing,Solidity,Sensuality,Security,Success

E: Exaggerate,Entertain,Enliven,Expressive,Enlighten,Environment

L: Lovely,Lover,Lazy,Luscious,Legal,Liaison,Languid

Russell is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Natural name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Russell include actors Russell Crowe, Russell Brand, and Russell Tovey, as well as basketball player Russell Westbrook and humorist Russell Baker.

2.) Russell (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: Little red one

Other Forms: Rusel, Russel


3.) RUSSELL (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: Transferred use of the surname derived from the Old French roussell (red-haired), from rous (red). The name, which arose as a nickname for someone with red hair, was brought to England by the Normans. Short: Russ. (RUS-SL)


4.) Russell (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) redhead; fox colored. See also Lukela.

Other Forms: Roussell, Rusell, Russall, Russelle, Russill, Russyll


5.) Russell (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) man with red hair; charmer

Other Forms: Russ, Russel, Russy, Rusty


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