boy name
Russell
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#345 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Russell in the US, 1880–2025
Russell first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1960, when 7,487 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 944.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Russell a boy or a girl name?
Russell is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Russell?
In 2025, Russell ranked #345 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Russell most popular?
Russell was most popular in 1960, when about 7,487 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.