TheNameDBRussell
MasculineMeaning
A person with red hair or a reddish complexion.
Etymology
Derived from Old French 'Rousel' or 'Roussel,' a diminutive of 'Roux' meaning 'red.' The name originally functioned as a descriptive surname before becoming established as a given name in English-speaking countries.
About the Name Russell
Russell is a surname-derived given name that became popular as a first name in the 19th and 20th centuries. It carries an intellectual and distinguished air, particularly associated with the philosopher Bertrand Russell.