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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Father of peace (as a common spelling variant of Axel, ultimately from Absalom)
- Origin
- Scandinavian/Germanic (variant of Axel)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AK-sul
Axl is a Scandinavian and Germanic name, a spelling variant of Axel that ultimately traces back to Absalom and carries the meaning 'father of peace.' It's pronounced AK-sul, with a worldly, clean, modern feel.
Meaning & Origin of Axl
Meaning: Father of peace (as a common spelling variant of Axel, ultimately from Absalom).
Origin: Scandinavian/Germanic (variant of Axel).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Axl
AK-sulIPA /ˈæksəl/
Popularity of Axl
Axl reached its high point in 2019, ranking #679 with 377 babies given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #1027 with 216, within Social Security data that runs from 1988 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Axl mean?
Father of peace (as a common spelling variant of Axel, ultimately from Absalom). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Axl?
Axl is pronounced AK-sul (IPA: /ˈæksəl/).
Is Axl a popular name right now?
Axl peaked at #679 in 2019 and is ranked #1027 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1988–2024.)
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