Boys name · California
Axel in California
Axel was the 70th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 531 babies named Axel that year. Since 1969, California families have named 12,013 babies Axel.
Popularity over time
Axel in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 | 1166th |
| 1983 | 6 | 1402nd |
| 1991 | 42 | 576th |
| 1998 | 51 | 483rd |
| 2004 | 230 | 213th |
| 2011 | 662 | 82nd |
| 2018 | 608 | 78th |
| 2025 | 531 | 70th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 1166th in 1969 to 70th in 2025.
The most babies named Axel in California in a single year was 689, in 2020. Its best showing was 58th among boys names in 2020.
Across the country, Axel reached its best rank of 30th in Delaware (2024). See Axel in every state →
How popular is Axel in California?
Axel was the 70th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 531 babies named Axel that year. Since 1969, California families have named 12,013 babies Axel.
How many babies are named Axel in California?
In 2025, 531 babies were named Axel in California. The most babies named Axel in California in a single year was 689, in 2020.
What is the rank of Axel in California?
Axel ranked 70th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 58th among boys names in 2020.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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