Axl – Name Meaning
The name Axl is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the Old Norse name Ásl, which means “divine” or “godlike.” It is also a variant of the name Axel, which has Germanic roots and means “father of peace.” The name Axl is most commonly used as a masculine given name, but it can also be used as a nickname for Alexander or Alexis.
History and Origin
The name Axl has its origins in Scandinavia, where it was first used as a given name in the Middle Ages. It was derived from the Old Norse Ásl, which meant “divine” or “godlike.” The name was popularized by the Swedish king Axel I, who reigned from 1250 to 1275. In Germany, the name Axel was derived from the Germanic Adalwolf, which means “noble wolf.” The name was popularized by Saint Adalwolf of Corvey, who lived in the 9th century.
Popularity
The name Axl has been steadily gaining popularity over the past few decades. In 2019, it ranked at #717 on the Social Security Administration’s list of most popular baby names in the United States. It is particularly popular among parents in Sweden and Norway, where it ranks within the top 100 names for boys.
Famous People Named Axl
There are several famous people who have been given the name Axl:
- Axl Rose – lead singer of Guns N’ Roses
- Axl Heck – character on ABC’s sitcom Modern Family
- Axl Low – video game character from Guilty Gear series
- Axl Rotten – professional wrestler
Variations of the Name
The name Axl can also be spelled AXL or AXEL. Variations of this name include: Aksel (Scandinavian), Akseli (Finnish), Akselin (Finnish), Aksell (German), Askel (Scandinavian), Askell (Scandinavian), Askil (Scandinavian), Askill (Scandinavian), Asko (Finnish) and Oskar (Swedish).
