Boys name · Virginia
Russell in Virginia
Russell was the 259th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 34 babies named Russell that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 9,121 babies Russell.
Popularity over time
Russell in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 28 | 35th |
| 1926 | 93 | 50th |
| 1943 | 117 | 53rd |
| 1959 | 149 | 61st |
| 1976 | 79 | 73rd |
| 1992 | 48 | 137th |
| 2009 | 20 | 356th |
| 2025 | 34 | 259th |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia fell from 35th in 1910 to 259th in 2025.
The most babies named Russell in Virginia in a single year was 178, in 1955. Its best showing was 32nd among boys names in 1913.
Across the country, Russell reached its best rank of 19th in West Virginia (1910). See Russell in every state →
How popular is Russell in Virginia?
Russell was the 259th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 34 babies named Russell that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 9,121 babies Russell.
How many babies are named Russell in Virginia?
In 2025, 34 babies were named Russell in Virginia. The most babies named Russell in Virginia in a single year was 178, in 1955.
What is the rank of Russell in Virginia?
Russell ranked 259th among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 32nd among boys names in 1913.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.