Etymology

Danish Aksel, first used for the bishop and statesman Absalon Hvide (1128-1201), from biblical Absalom. Some sources suggest that the bishop was originally named Áskell, from "god" + "cauldron, helmet", and Absalon was chosen as the nearest-sounding Christian equivalent, leading to the exchange of the middle consonants.

Proper noun

1. in quiet use since the 19th century.

Proper noun

1. , a less common spelling of Aksel.

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Proper noun

1. of Danish origin, more often spelled Aksel.

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