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How to Pronounce Russell

Russell / ruhsuhl /

The name Russell is a Male name of English origin meaning "Little red one". It is pronounced ruhsuhl.

English Male

Russell is a English name meaning "Little red one". The name Russell originates from a Norman French nickname, "Roussel," a diminutive of "rous" meaning "red". It was used to describe someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion.

Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic ruhsuhl
IPA ɹʌsəl

Say it as ruhsuhl. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · Bertrand Russell - Philosopher
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Russell is pronounced ruhsuhl.
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The correct pronunciation of Russell is ruhsuhl (IPA: ɹʌsəl).
Is Russell a English name?
Yes, Russell is a English name meaning "Little red one".

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