Aksel
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Aksel: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2018.
The name Aksel is a Scandinavian form of Axel, itself derived from the Hebrew Avshalom, meaning “father of peace.” It gained popularity across Nordic countries before spreading further afield. Notable bearers include Norwegian actor Aksel Hennie and alpine skiing champion Aksel Lund Svindal, both celebrated in their fields. While there are no major places directly named for an Aksel, the name shares its root with the biblical Absalom, and Scotland’s own history of Norse influence has made this variant a fresh yet grounded choice for modern parents. In recent years, Aksel has appeared on Scottish birth registers as a distinctive alternative to more common forms like Axel.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20183 babies
- Latest (2018)
- #7043 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2018
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y