Names like Russell
If Russell is on your list, these boy names have the same feel, from French classics to names with a similar sound. Russell has held fairly steady in popularity, so the list favours names with a similar, steady curve.
Top matches: Cordell, Terrell, Remi and Vernon.
24 boy names like Russell
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- CordellThis name comes from a French word meaning 'rib' or 'ribbed'.Also FrenchSame “-ll” ending
- TerrellTerrell is thought to mean 'thunder ruler' or 'powerful'.Also FrenchSame “-ll” ending
- Remi#787Remi comes from the Latin name Remigius, which means "oarsman" or "rower."Also French2 syllables
- VernonFrom the place name Vernon, which means "alder tree place".Also French2 syllables
- DevanteThis name comes from an old French word meaning "of the forest." It suggests a…Also French2 syllables
- DestinMeans "destiny" or "fate."Also French2 syllables
- CourtneyIt comes from a French surname, originally meaning 'from Courtenay' or 'from the court'.Also French2 syllables
- DarnellThis name comes from an Old French surname, likely a place name.Same “-ll” ending2 syllables
- Warren#240Warren means someone who lives by a park or animal enclosure.Also French2 syllables
- MarquiseA French title of nobility, ranking below a duke but above an earl or count.Also French2 syllables
- DarylThis name means 'from Airelle,' referring to a place in France.2 syllables
- Rafael#218Rafael means "God has healed." It suggests divine healing or a connection to God's power…Similar popularity curve2 syllables
- Marshall#340It means "caretaker of horses" or "horse servant."Same “-ll” ending2 syllables
- GuyGuy comes from a Germanic name meaning 'wood' or 'forest'.Also French
- LatrellLikely a modern invented name, a combination of "La-" prefix and the name "Trell".Same “-ll” ending2 syllables
- LeroyIt means "the king".Also French2 syllables
- ReneIt means "reborn".Also French
- Bellamy#721Bellamy comes from French roots and means "fine friend" or "handsome friend."Also French
- DonnellThis name means "ruler of the world" or "world mighty." It suggests someone powerful and…Same “-ll” ending2 syllables
- Casey#320This name comes from an Irish surname.Similar popularity curve2 syllables
- Noel#478Noel means "Christmas." It refers to the birth of Jesus Christ and is often given to…2 syllables
- RahulRahul means "capable" or "efficient".2 syllables
- RandallShield wolf, or rim wolf.Same “-ll” ending2 syllables
- DiorDior is derived from the French "d'or," meaning "golden" or "of gold."Also French2 syllables
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- What names are similar to Russell?
- Names with a similar style to Russell include Cordell, Terrell, Remi, Vernon, Devante and Destin.
- How are these names matched to Russell?
- Each name is compared with Russell on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Russell has held fairly steady in popularity, so the list favours names with a similar, steady curve.
- What other French names are like Russell?
- Cordell, Terrell, Remi, Vernon and Devante share Russell's French roots.