Axell is of Swedish origin, derived from the Old Norse 'Askell', which is composed of the elements 'askr' meaning 'ash tree' and 'hjalmr' signifying 'helmet'. This name has gained popularity in recent years, likely due to its unique sound and Scandinavian roots. It is a strong and distinctive choice for a first name.
The name Axell experienced a significant increase in popularity from 2000 onwards, with a notable spike starting around 2018. However, the most popular years for this name were 2021 and 2022, with 111 and 107 births respectively, indicating that Axell has become quite trendy in recent times. Overall, there have been a total of 960 babies named Axell from 1995 to 2023.