Axel - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Axel \ax-xel\ is pronounced AX-el. It is of Hebrew origin, and its meaning is "father is peace". Scandinavian variant of Absalom. Rock star Axl Rose.

Axel has 7 variant forms: Aksel, Ax, Axe, Axell, Axil, Axill and Axl.

For more information, see also the related name Avshalom.

Axel is a very rare male first name and a popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Axel. Click here to compare Axel with related baby names.