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Axel

Axel is a boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning Scandinavian form of Absalom, "father of peace.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#76

What does Axel mean?

Scandinavian form of Absalom, "father of peace

How popular is Axel?

Popularity in the United States

Axel has been given to 50,701 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 356 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Axel per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Axel has been given to 86,917 babies in France since 1907, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Axel per year in France, 1907–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 5,977 people called Axel living in Spain, with an average age of 13.

50,701 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Axel

What does the name Axel mean?

Axel means Scandinavian form of Absalom, "father of peace. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Axel a boy's or a girl's name?

Axel is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Axel?

Axel has been given to 50,701 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.