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William Buckland Russell, 1869 - 1936
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Lord William Russell, 1800 - 1884
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William (Baron Russell) Russell, 1767 - 1840
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William Russell, 1797 - 1864
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William Alonzo (Lon) Russell, 1853 - 1941
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William Elijah Russell, 1841 - 1926
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William Russell, of Cambridge, 1606 - 1661
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William Francis Russell, 1562 - 1613
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William Russell,, Circa 1913 - 1979
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William Greenwood Russell, 1813 - 1872
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William Buckland RUSSELL, 1869 - 1936
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William Greenwood Russell, 1813 - 1872
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William Greenwood Russell, 1813 - 1872
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William Buckland Russell, 1869 - 1936
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William Francis Russell, 1878 - 1962
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William N. Russell, 1887 - 1965
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William E. Russell, 1906 - 1966
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William Miles (Mike) Russell, 1892 - 1957
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William Kelley Russell, 1886 - 1962
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William Russell, 1859 - 1932
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William Russell, 1859 - 1932
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William Russell, Circa 1860 - 1946
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William John Russell, Circa 1895 - 1947
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William D. Russell in Morris tribune - Nov 9 1882
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William Russell in Bangor Daily News - Apr 4 1990
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William Russell, 1909 - 1930
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
William Donald Russell, 1925 - 1928
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
William H. Russell, 1856 - 1923
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
William Thomas Russell, 1918 - 1927
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
William Edward Russell, 1870 - 1934
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Henry Russell, 1851 - 1931
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Russell, 1883 - 1943
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Curtis Russell, 1872 - 1934
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Russell, 1855 - 1929
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Simpson Russell, 1870 - 1930
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Albert Russell, 1855 - 1936
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Schouler Russell, 1851 - 1926
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Edward Russell, 1880 - 1932
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
William R. Russell, died 1928
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
William Russell, 1875 - 1935
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937William Adelbert Russell, 1853 - 1932
BillionGravesWilliam G Russell, 1805 - 1891
BillionGravesWilliam Riley Russell, 1841 - 1926
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William L. Russell, 1885 - 1965
West Virginia, Deaths
William Russell, 1883 - 1968
West Virginia, Deaths
William Owen Russell, 1921 - 1931
West Virginia, Deaths
William Edward Russell, 1939 - 1955
West Virginia, Deaths
William Russell, 1855 - 1936
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Edward Russell, 1887 - 1943
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Joseph Russell, 1882 - 1928
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Russell, 1855 - 1945
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William E. Russell, 1884 - 1926
Michigan Deaths
William Russell, 1851 - 1928
Michigan Deaths
William Kewley Russell, 1907 - 1936
Michigan Deaths
William J. Russell, 1864 - 1939
Michigan Deaths
William Edward Russell, 1880 - 1932
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
William Walter Russell, 1861 - 1952
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
William Theodore Russell, 1896 - 1972
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
William Clare Gray, 1936 - 1955
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
William T. Russell, 1854 - 1947
Maryland Deaths
William Collins Russell, 1854 - 1932
Maryland Deaths
William Russell, 1883 - 1940
Maryland Deaths
William S. Russell, 1875 - 1939
Maryland Deaths
William Ezra Russell, 1862 - 1914
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William Eustice Russell, 1857 - Circa 1896
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William Eustice Russell, 1857 - Circa 1896
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William Clark Russell, 1844 - 1911
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William Frank Russell, 1863 - 1942
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William Pal Russell, 1864 - 1936
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William Alexander Russell, 1882 - 1957
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William N. Russell, 1861 - 1952
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- Bill Russel
- Billy Russel
- Wil Russel
- Wilhelm Russel
- Will Russel
- Willard Russel
- Willem Russel
- Willy Russel
- Arabic: ويليام راسل (Wīlīām Rāsil)
- Japanese: ウィリアム・ラッセル (Wiriamu Rassuru)
- Russian: Уильям Рассел (Vilyam Russell)
- Spanish: Guillermo Russell


- United Kingdom 62%
- USA 31%
- Australia 3%
- Ireland 2%
- Canada 2%
The first name William has its origins in the Germanic elements "wil," meaning "will" or "desire," and "helm," meaning "helmet" or "protection," which together convey the meaning of "resolute protector." This name first appeared in the early medieval period, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany and France, gaining prominence in England after the Norman Conquest in 1066, largely due to William the Conqueror. Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with leadership and nobility, reflecting the protective and determined qualities implied by its meaning. Variations of the name William can be found across different cultures, including Guillaume in French, Guillermo in Spanish, and Wilhelm in German, each reflecting local linguistic characteristics. The name has remained popular throughout history, often associated with notable figures such as kings, writers, and leaders, further solidifying its esteemed status in various societies.
The last name "Russell" has its origins in medieval France, derived from the Old French word "rous," meaning "red," which likely referred to someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. The name first appeared in England after the Norman Conquest of 1066, particularly in regions such as Normandy and later in England, where it became associated with various noble families. Historically, the surname has been linked to characteristics of bravery and leadership, as many early bearers were knights or landowners. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including "Roussel" in France, "Russo" in Italy, and "Rousselot" in Belgium, with differences in spelling and pronunciation reflecting local linguistic influences. The name has maintained its prominence over the centuries, with notable figures such as the British Prime Minister Lord John Russell and the American artist and writer, John Russell, contributing to its legacy.
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