Russell
Male name · ★ Classic
167,702
Total Births
1960
Peak Year
#390
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Russell
Russell is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 167,702 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1960s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 2,185 births |
| 1890s | 6,349 births |
| 1900s | 10,104 births |
| 1910s | 16,291 births |
| 1920s | 17,950 births |
| 1930s | 13,149 births |
| 1940s | 17,247 births |
| 1950s | 25,268 births |
| 1960s | 24,027 births |
| 1970s | 14,130 births |
| 1980s | 10,384 births |
| 1990s | 5,331 births |
| 2000s | 2,903 births |
| 2010s | 1,692 births |
| 2020s | 692 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Russell?
Russell has been given to 167,702 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1960 with 2,988 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #390.
Is Russell a boy or girl name?
Russell is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Russell most popular?
Russell was most popular in 1960, when 2,988 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Russell?
Russell first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).