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Current rank (2025)#3949
Babies named Russel in 202527
Total recorded16,623
Peak year1920 (389 babies)
Highest rank ever#283
Years in records1880–2025 (145 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 205 spots

Frequently asked about Russel

What does the name Russel mean?
Russel means “Connected to the divine — a name rooted in spiritual meaning” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Russel?
Russel has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Connected to the divine — a name rooted in spiritual meaning”.
How popular is Russel?
Russel ranked #3949 in 2025 — given to 27 babies that year.
When was Russel most popular?
Russel peaked in 1920 with 389 babies registered that year.
Is Russel a boy or girl name?
Russel is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Russels in registered births are male.
Is the name Russel rising or falling in popularity?
Russel has fallen 205 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3744 in 2020 to #3949 in 2025.
How long has Russel been recorded?
Russel appears in birth records across 145 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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