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Name Origin

Russell is a masculine given name of Scottish origin. It is derived from the surname Russell, which itself comes from the Old French phrase 'ruisseau', meaning 'brook' or 'stream'. The name therefore traditionally signifies someone who lived near a brook or stream.

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Famous People

Russell Crowe (1964-)

Actor

  • Academy Award for Best Actor
  • Known for roles in Gladiator, A Beautiful Mind, and Les Misérables

Russell Brand (1975-)

Comedian, Actor, Author

  • Stand-up comedy career
  • Acting roles in Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Get Him to the Greek

Russell Simmons (1957-)

Music Executive, Entrepreneur

  • Co-founder of Def Jam Recordings
  • Pioneer in hip hop music

Russell Wilson (1988-)

NFL Quarterback

  • Super Bowl XLVIII champion with the Seattle Seahawks
  • Multiple Pro Bowl selections

Russell T. Davies (1963-)

Television Writer, Producer

  • Creator of Doctor Who revival
  • Writer of acclaimed series like Queer as Folk and Years and Years

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