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Travis vs Russell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Travis

Boy #362 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crossing, toll bridge operator"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#362
Total SSA Count
914
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Russell

Boy #368 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red-haired, little red one"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#368
Total SSA Count
892
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Travis Rank #362
Russell Rank #368

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 vs #368 for Russell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Travis or Russell more popular?

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 compared to Russell at #368 in the United States.

What do Travis and Russell mean?

Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin). Russell means "red-haired, little red one" (Old French origin).

Are Travis and Russell boy or girl names?

Travis is primarily a boy name. Russell is primarily a boy name.

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