Russell vs Martin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Russell

Boy #368 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red-haired, little red one"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #308 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Russell Rank #368

Martin Rank #308

Martin is more popular, ranked #308 vs #368 for Russell.

Is Russell or Martin more popular?

Martin is more popular, ranked #308 compared to Russell at #368 in the United States.

What do Russell and Martin mean?

Russell means "red-haired, little red one" (Old French origin).

Are Russell and Martin boy or girl names?

Russell is primarily a boy name. Martin is primarily a boy name.