Axel
Scandinavian boy's name meaning “father of peace”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Scandinavian
- Meaning
- father of peace
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 4
- US rank (2023)
- #72
- Born in 2023
- 4,520
Meaning & origin
Axel is a Scandinavian form of the biblical Absalom, from the Hebrew, 'father of peace'.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Axel ranked #72 for boys. It has risen about 95 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.
In 2023, 4,520 US boys were given the name Axel.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #72 in 2023
“Unranked” means Axel was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Axel: frequently asked questions
What does the name Axel mean?
Axel is a Scandinavian name meaning "father of peace". Axel is a Scandinavian form of the biblical Absalom, from the Hebrew, 'father of peace'.
Where does the name Axel come from?
Axel is of Scandinavian origin. Axel is a Scandinavian form of the biblical Absalom, from the Hebrew, 'father of peace'.
Is Axel a boy or a girl name?
Axel is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Axel?
In 2023, 4,520 US boys were given the name Axel.
Is Axel a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Axel ranked #72 for boys. It has risen about 95 places over the past ten years — a name clearly on the way up.