Name Profile
Axel
“Father of peace” — Danish
BoyDanish2 syllablesCurrent rank #78 (2024)
About Axel
Axel is a bold, undeniably cool Danish boy's name that carries the peaceful meaning of "father of peace." Blending a slightly edgy, rock-and-roll vibe with a truly serene definition, it is a brilliantly balanced choice for a modern son.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginDanish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Axel
Axy
Popularity in the U.S.
Axel ranks #78 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 4,245 births..
Axel popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Axel had 4,245 births in 2024.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3,241 | #123 |
| 2016 | 3,462 | #116 |
| 2017 | 3,780 | #104 |
| 2018 | 4,068 | #94 |
| 2019 | 4,487 | #84 |
| 2020 | 4,628 | #72 |
| 2021 | 4,538 | #76 |
| 2022 | 4,342 | #77 |
| 2023 | 4,520 | #71 |
| 2024 | 4,245 | #78 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Axel James
- Axel Alexander
- Axel Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Axel mean?
Axel is commonly linked to the meaning Father of peace and is associated with Danish roots.
Is Axel a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Axel ranks #78 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 4,245 births..
What are common nicknames for Axel?
Popular nicknames include Axy.