Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Russel
Endangered
Down 93.1% from peak
Peak era
1920
Peak births
389
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19202025
Quick answers about Russel
How many people are named Russel?
An estimated 7,181 living Americans are named Russel.
How rare is Russel?
Russel is very rare among babies today, with 27 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 93.1% from its 1920 peak.
How old is the typical Russel?
The median age of a living American named Russel is approximately 59 years, with most bearers falling between 43 and 71 years old.
Is Russel still popular?
No. Russel is endangered as a baby name, down 93.1% from its 1920 peak with 27 births in 2025.
Peak year
1920
Decline from peak
93.1%
2025
27
All-time
16,610