Axel – Origin, meaning, Popularity & Significance
Gender: Male
Origin: Scandinavian, Hebrew
Meaning: Creator of peace and order
Region: USA, France, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Finland
Axel is a Scandinavian-origin boy name. Though not directly mentioned in the Bible, it is thought to be derived from a Biblical-origin, Hebrew name Absalom (son of King David), which means “Creator of peace” and, according to another source, it means” father is peace”. In either case, the name symbolizes a fatherly figure responsible for peace and in other words, a noble personality. Traditionally the name is popular in Scandinavian countries and Europe. But now it is rapidly gaining popularity globally, including the USA. Stylish modern sound and meaningful biblical origin make it a perfect choice for parents wishing for a strong but simple-to-speak name for their baby boy.
Famous Personalities
- Axel Wistel is a professional football player who plays for the Belgium national team.
- Axel Kicillof, belonging to Argentina, is a politician and economist. He is Governor of Buenos Aires.
