How Popular (or Rare) was Axel in 2024?

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#78
2024 Rank
4,245
2024 Births
#71
Best Rank (2023)
4,666
Peak Year (2020)
69,582
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 404
Rarity Factor (2024)

πŸ“Š The Axel Story

Axel is a popular boys' name in United States, ranking #78 in 2024 with 4,245 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 4,666 births ranking #72. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 2,536.6%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 404 boys born was named Axel. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

πŸ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Scandinavian, from Hebrew via Absalom  |  Meaning: father of peace

Axel is a Scandinavian name ultimately derived from Absalom and usually explained as meaning "father of peace". It feels sharp and modern in English, even though its roots are much older.

The name has long been established in Denmark, Sweden, and neighbouring regions. It later travelled widely because its punchy sound suits modern naming tastes.

Did you know?Axel sounds modern to many English speakers, but it has centuries of Scandinavian history behind it.
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