Russ vs Mav

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Russ

Boy #6,505 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"red-haired, ruddy complexion"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,505
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Mav

Boy #6,325 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Maverick, from Samuel Maverick's unbranded cattle"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

Modern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,325
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Russ Rank #6,505
Mav Rank #6,325

Mav is more popular, ranked #6325 vs #6505 for Russ.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Russ or Mav more popular?

Mav is more popular, ranked #6325 compared to Russ at #6505 in the United States.

What do Russ and Mav mean?

Russ means "red-haired, ruddy complexion" (Old French/Norman origin). Mav means "short form of Maverick, from Samuel Maverick's unbranded cattle" (American English origin).

Are Russ and Mav boy or girl names?

Russ is primarily a boy name. Mav is primarily a boy name.

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