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Name Origin

Axl is a modern masculine given name of Scandinavian origin, likely derived from Axel. Axel itself originates from the Old Norse words 'axi' meaning 'father' and 'liðr' meaning 'people' or 'kindred'. Therefore, Axl carries meanings related to fatherhood, leadership, and kinship.

scandinavianmodernmasculinefatherlyleadershipkinship

Famous People

Axl Rose (1962-)

Musician

  • Lead vocalist of the hard rock band Guns N' Roses
  • Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012

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