Russ
boy name#4857 in 2025Russ entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #427 in 1959, ranks #4857 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1898–2025
#4857
rank today
#427
peak (1959)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1002 |
| 1900s | #1058 |
| 1910s | #2546 |
| 1920s | #2673 |
| 1930s | #1866 |
| 1940s | #877 |
| 1950s | #758 |
| 1960s | #555 |
| 1970s | #1083 |
| 1980s | #1697 |
| 1990s | #4042 |
| 2000s | #8734 |
| 2010s | #8651 |
| 2020s | #5141 |
Living bearers
About 4,700 people named Russ are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Russ alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Russ in 2025?
- Russ ranks #4857 among US boy names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Russ most popular?
- Russ peaked in 1959, reaching #427 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Russ with classmates?
- Russ will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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