Russella
Girl nameRussella has been given to 46 babies in the U.S. since 1940. It peaked in 1940.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
46
Peak year
1940 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1940
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Russella — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Russella.
Sibling name ideas for Russella
Same era and popularity as Russella, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Russella?
Russella has been given to 46 babies in the U.S. since 1940. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Russella peak?
Russella peaked in 1940, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Russella a girl or boy name?
Russella is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Russella are girls).
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