Pet Name Detail

Primarily Male

The meaning of the name Axel is My Father Is Peace

The origin of the name Axel is Scandinavian

Alternate spellings: Aksel, Axl

Notes:

Axel is the Medieval Danish form of Absalom, or from the Old Norse "Asketill" meaning "god/kettle" referring to a sacrificial cauldron.

Variations of Axel include Aksel (Danish and Norwegian) and Akse (Finnish). Common nicknames for Axel include Ax, Alex, or Lex.

Axel is a contemporary and trendy name choice, especially in Scandinavian countries. It has also gained popularity in other parts of the world and is chosen for its uniqueness and modern sound, and follows the name trend of names with the "X" sound in them.

People who like the name Axel also like: Liam, Archer, Finn, Atticus, Oliver, Alexander, Jasper, Aurora, Charlotte, Aria, Ava, Violet, Scarlett, Hazel