Name Russell Origin, meaning, pronunciation & popularity of the name Russell

Russell is a ♂ boy’s name.

What is the origin of the name Russell?

Russell was originally a surname and is of French origin.

What does the name Russell mean?

Russell means “little red one” and “red-haired” (from Old French “rous” = red).

Pronunciation of Russell

Notable people with the name

Bertrand Russell (1872-1970), British philosopher

Variants of the name Russell