Aksel
Gender: Boy
Origin: Danish
Meaning: The father is peace
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Aksel Meaning and Origin
The name Aksel is a boy’s name meaning “the father is peace” and is of Danish origin. The name Aksel has its roots in Old Norse and Old Germanic languages. In Old Norse, the name “Axel” is derived from the elements “ans” meaning “god” or “divine” and “bjorn” meaning “bear.” The Germanic variation “Aksel” is thought to have been influenced by the Scandinavian form and is popular in countries like Denmark and Norway. Aksel’s meaning is often interpreted as “father of peace” or “divine father of peace.” The combination of “ans” or “ax” referring to a divine or godly figure and “bjorn” or “el” meaning bear or warrior, suggests a powerful and protective persona. It is a name that carries both strength and a sense of tranquility.
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