Russ

Russ is a diminutive form of Russell or Rufus, indicative of someone with red hair or someone associated with the color red. It may also imply a connection to Russia in some contexts.

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The name 'Russ' is primarily of English origin and is derived from the Roman name 'Rufus,' meaning 'red-haired.' Given its connection to the Latin word 'russus,' the name implies someone with reddish characteristics or a person from Russia.

  • Babies named Russ in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 21
  • Nicknames: Rusty, RJ, Russy, Rust, Rus-tron.
  • Full Names: Russell, Rufus, Ruston, Russo, Rustin.
  • Famous Namesakes: Russell Crowe-Actor, Russell Brand-Comedian, Russell Westbrook-Basketball Player, Russell Howard-Comedian, Russell Simmons-Entrepreneur.
  • Gender: Russ is often seen as a masculine name, though it can be unisex.
  • Numerology: The name Russ is associated with the numerology number 1, known for leadership, ambition, and independence. People with this number are driven, pioneering, and tend to be natural leaders.

Russ saw its peak popularity between the 1940s and 1970s in Western countries. While it has decreased in more recent times, it continues to hold a classic appeal, frequently chosen as a short, unpretentious given name.

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