Axel
The meaning of Axel is 'father of peace' and the name is of Scandinavian origin. It is a popular variant of the name Absalom, the son of King David and who is mentioned in the Bible. Another meaning of this name is 'father is peace' and is of Hebrew origin. Axel is a derivative of the name Avshalom which means 'my dad is harmony' and became Axel in Scandinavian from the Old Norse name, Asleikr.
Gender
Boy
Meaning
father of peace
Origin
Scandinavian variation of Absalom
Numerology
A is for affirm, the certainty of knowledge.
X is for Xanadu, your place of paradise.
E is for extra, those little things you do!
L is for lively, your life is full of energy!
Lucky
Axel lucky number is 6.
Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.
Famous People Named Axel
- Axel Springer German journalist and publisher
- (Hans) Axel von Fersen the Younger Swedish soldier and statesman; lover of Marie Antoinette of France
- Axel Gustafsson Oxenstierna Count of Södermöre, Swedish statesman
- Axel Reymond French marathon swimmer
- Axel Lee McElhenney (b. 2010) son of actors Kaitlin Olson and Robert Dale McElhenney
Axel in Pop Culture
- Harper main character in "The Drowning Pool"
- Dr. Harper Avery character on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" and namesake of fictional Harper Avery Award; grandfather of Dr. Jackson Avery
- Harper Sutton character in "Palace of Mirrors" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
- Charlie and Alan Harper characters in "Two and a Half Men"
- Roy Harper aka Speedy Red Arrow and Arsenal, character in DC Comics
