US Popularity:4286
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):Scandinavian
Meaning:Father of peace
Axell is a boy’s name, meaning “father is peace.” It has roots in the Scandinavian culture as the variant of the Hebrew name Absalom. With multiple various spelling options, the one you may most recognize that held by the famous Guns N' Roses frontman, Axl Rose. If you want that sweet child o' yours to strum to the sounds of their own guitar, then this original name is perfect for baby!
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How Popular Is The Name Axell?

U.S. Births

Overall:Axell is currently #4286 in U.S. births
Boy:Axell is currently #2007 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
#2007
in 2025
- 192
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • Behind the Name, Axell, July 2018

  • WordSense, Axel

  • Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Absalom

  • IMDb, Axl Rose

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