Rusell
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rusell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 50 babies have been named Rusell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rusell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,238 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,238
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Rusell
Rusell is a boy name .
Rusell is currently ranked #20,238 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rusell include Rus, Ruse, Rusey, Ruseie, Ruy, Ruie, and Ruskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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