Axel Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Axel Name at a Glance

Name	Axel
Meaning	Father of peace.
Origin	Swedish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Axel Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Axel means “Father of peace”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Axel Name Origin

Our database records Axel under Swedish origin. Browse more Swedish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Axel a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Axel is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Axel

When considering Axel for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.