Russell vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Russell

Boy #368 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red-haired, little red one"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Russell Rank #368

Steven Rank #269

Steven is more popular, ranked #269 vs #368 for Russell.

Is Russell or Steven more popular?

Steven is more popular, ranked #269 compared to Russell at #368 in the United States.

What do Russell and Steven mean?

Russell means "red-haired, little red one" (Old French origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Russell and Steven boy or girl names?

Russell is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.