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Russell name meaning
First Name
356k
in the U.S.
since 1880
356k
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
222k
in the U.S.
in 2010
222k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Russell mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Russell
User Submitted Origins
English
65%
Hebrew
12%
African American
4%
Dutch
4%
American
4%
African
4%
Scottish
4%
German
4%
User Submitted Meanings
- A submission from North Carolina, U.S. says the name Russell means "Red Haired".
- A user from Maine, U.S. says the name Russell means "Red hair or red skin".
- A user from the United Kingdom says the name Russell means "Russ Russians = The Reds = Russ +. El = god.= Russell = Red-god!!!. Only Hyperthetical but seems to suite me just fine".
- According to a user from the United Kingdom, the name Russell means "Red".
- A submission from India says the name Russell means "Enigmatic, rich and successful" and is of English origin.
- A submission from Illinois, U.S. says the name Russell means "Rich , success".
- A submission from New Zealand says the name Russell means "Related to wealthiness. Of European origin, probably around Scotland or The Netherlands" and is of Dutch origin.
- According to a user from Canada, the name Russell is of English origin and means "To make a noise".
- A user from the United Kingdom says the name Russell means "Daddy".
- A user from Missouri, U.S. says the name Russell is of English origin and means "He is so cute".
International Interest
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Other Dictionary Sources
- English philosopher and mathematician who collaborated with Whitehead (1872-1970)
- Irish writer whose pen name was A.E. (1867-1935)
- United States astronomer who developed a theory of stellar evolution (1877-1957)
- United States entertainer remembered for her roles in comic operas (1861-1922)
- United States basketball center (born in 1934)
- English film director (born in 1927)
- United States religious leader who founded the sect that is now called Jehovah's Witnesses (1852-1916)
Wiktionary
From Anglo-Norman
- An English, Scottish and Irish surname from the Norman nickname for someone with red hair.
- A male given name transferred from the surname. Diminutive: Russ.
- A city, the county seat of Russell County, Kansas, United States.
- A small town in the Far North District of the North Island, New Zealand.
Notable Persons Named Russell
Notable Persons Named Russell
Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook is a basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the National Basketball Association. He was most prominent from 2008 to present. Russell was born on November 12th, 1988 in Long Beach, California.
Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe is an actor, producer, musician, and director. He was most active from 1985 to present. Russell was given the name Russell Ira Crowe on April 7th, 1964 in Strathmore Park.
Russell Brand
Russell was given the name Russell Edward Brand on June 4th, 1975 in Grays.
Russell Wilson
Russell Wilson is a football player for the Seattle Seahawks. He was most prominent from 2012 to present. Russell was born on November 29th, 1988 in Cincinnati.
Ol' Dirty Bastard
Ol' Dirty Bastard was a hip hop music rapping. His most notable accomplishments were from 1989 to 2004. Ol' was given the name Russell Tyrone Jones on November 15th, 1968 in Brooklyn, New York, U.S. Ol' is also known as ODB, BZA, Ason Unique, Osirus, The Specialist, Dirt McGirt, Big Baby Jesus, Young Dirty, Ol' Dirty Blocks, Dirt Dog, RJ Tha Mad Specialist, Ol' Dirty Chinese Restaurant, and Joe Bananas. He passed away on November 13th, 2004.
Russell Peters
Russell Peters is a satire, observational comedy, improvisational theatre, and black comedy comedian. Russell was given the name Russell Dominic Peters on September 29th, 1970 in Brampton, Ontario, Canada.
- Russell SimmonsCo-founder of Def Jam and Founder of Phat Farm
- Russell ToveyActor
- Russ TamblynActor
- Russell JohnsonActor
- Russell HowardComedian
- Russ Meyer
- Russell MeansActivist
- Russell ParrishMusician
- Russell T DaviesScreenwriter
- Russell MartinBaseball
- Russell WongActor
- Russell KirkAuthor
- Rusty HamerActor
- Russell HitchcockMusician
Notable Persons With the Last Name Russell
Notable Persons With the Last Name Russell
Kurt Russell
Kurt Russell is an actor. His ongoing career started in 1962. Kurt was given the name Kurt Vogel Russell by his parent Bing Russell on March 17th, 1951 in Springfield, Massachusetts, U.S.
Keri Russell
Keri Russell is an actress and dancer. Her most notable accomplishments were from 1991 to present. Keri was given the name Keri Lynn Russell on March 23rd, 1976 in Fountain Valley, California, U.S.
Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Russell was a philosopher. Bertrand was born on May 18th, 1872 in Trellech, Monmouthshire, United Kingdom. He died on February 2nd, 1970.
Wyatt Russell
Wyatt Russell is an actor and hockey player. He was most prominent from 1996 to present. Wyatt was given the name Wyatt Hawn Russell by his parents Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn on July 10th, 1986 in Los Angeles.
Bill Russell
Bill Russell is a basketball player for the Boston Celtics. His most notable accomplishments were from 1956 to 1969. Bill was born on February 12th, 1934 in Monroe, Louisiana.
Chumlee
Chumlee is a businessman and tv personality. He has had major accomplishments since 2003. Chumlee was given the name Austin Russell on September 8th, 1982. Chumlee is also known as Russell and Austin.
Common last names for Russell
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Russell | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 77.05% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 16.69% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 0.57% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 1.05% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 2.18% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 2.46% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Russell
People with the last name Russell are most frequently White or African American
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Fun Facts about the name Russell
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