Aksel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aksel is a Scandinavian name derived from the Hebrew Absalom, meaning 'father of peace'. It evolved through Old Norse and has historical roots in the region. The name is linked to strength and modernity, with no biblical ties. It has gained popularity in the 19th century and remains well-regarded in Scandinavian countries.
The name Aksel is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aksel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aksel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11250th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2586th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1310th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aksel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aksel"
Pronunciation
/ˈæksɛl/
Origin
Scandinavian
Etymology
Aksel is derived from the Hebrew name Absalom, which means 'father of peace'. It was adapted into Old Norse as Ásgeirr, combining elements meaning 'god' and 'spear'.
Meaning
father of peace
Language Evolution
Absalom (Hebrew), Ásgeirr (Old Norse), Aksel (Scandinavian)
Historical Usage
Aksel gained popularity in Scandinavia in the 19th century and has remained a common name in countries like Norway and Denmark.
Variants & Derivatives
Axel, Akseli, Aks
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aksel is perceived as a strong and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Aksel Lund Svindal (Norwegian alpine ski racer), Aksel Hennie (Norwegian actor and director)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aksel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aksel"
"Aksel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11250th of 16616 | 23 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2586th of 24088 | 679 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1310th of 23106 | 1,700 |
Regional Popularity of "Aksel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.97% 2152nd/4582 |
53.39% 2757th/5164 |
41.61% 3043rd/7313 |
23.22% 1733rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.92% 1192nd/3984 |
37.31% 1674th/4487 |
26.53% 1810th/6822 |
15.79% 991st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aksel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aksel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aksel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.