Russell vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Russell

Boy #368 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red-haired, little red one"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

American English African American

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Russell Rank #368

King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #368 for Russell.

Is Russell or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Russell at #368 in the United States.

What do Russell and King mean?

Russell means "red-haired, little red one" (Old French origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Russell and King boy or girl names?

Russell is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.