Howard vs Russell
Comparing Howard and Russell? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Howard ranks in the Top 250 tier and traces to Germanic naming roots (meaning "Brave heart"). Russell sits in the Top 250 tier with French origins (meaning "Little red one").
Howard
- Meaning: Brave heart
- Origin: Germanic
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Howard name page
Russell
- Meaning: Little red one
- Origin: French
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Russell name page
Which name is more popular: Howard or Russell?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Howard ranks higher (Top 250) than Russell (Top 250).