RUSSEL

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Russel

Russel is a British surname of Old French and Old Germanic origin. The name is believed to derive from the Norman personal name "Rousel," which itself was derived from the elements "rous," meaning red, and "cel," meaning bald.

The surname Russel is predominantly found in England and Scotland, with historical records dating back to the Middle Ages. Notable bearers of the Russel surname include politicians, scholars, and artists.

One of the most famous individuals with the Russel surname was Bertrand Russel, the renowned British philosopher, logician, and mathematician who played a significant role in the development of analytic philosophy.

Over the centuries, the Russel surname has spread beyond the shores of Britain to various parts of the world due to global migration. Today, it remains a prominent and respected surname in British and international society.

There are approximately 634 people named Russel in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Russel.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Christopher
Damian
David
Gary
Jack
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
William

Female

Carol
Catherine
Charlotte
Christine
Claire
Clare
Emma
Lisa
Mary
Nicola
Rebecca
Sarah
Susan
Tracey

Similar and related surnames

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