Boys name · North Carolina
Axel in North Carolina
Axel was the 69th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 167 babies named Axel that year. Since 2000, North Carolina families have named 2,244 babies Axel.
Popularity over time
Axel in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 22 | 359th |
| 2004 | 31 | 285th |
| 2007 | 35 | 287th |
| 2011 | 90 | 127th |
| 2014 | 80 | 149th |
| 2018 | 132 | 100th |
| 2021 | 138 | 89th |
| 2025 | 167 | 69th |
Its rank among boys names in North Carolina climbed from 359th in 2000 to 69th in 2025.
The most babies named Axel in North Carolina in a single year was 167, in 2025. Its best showing was 69th among boys names in 2023.
Across the country, Axel reached its best rank of 30th in Delaware (2024). See Axel in every state →
How popular is Axel in North Carolina?
Axel was the 69th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 167 babies named Axel that year. Since 2000, North Carolina families have named 2,244 babies Axel.
How many babies are named Axel in North Carolina?
In 2025, 167 babies were named Axel in North Carolina. The most babies named Axel in North Carolina in a single year was 167, in 2025.
What is the rank of Axel in North Carolina?
Axel ranked 69th among boys names in North Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 69th among boys names in 2023.
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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