Axl

Axl · proper_noun

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Definitions

proper_noun

  1. 1.

    A masculine given name, a variant spelling of Axel.

  2. 2.

    Most commonly associated with Axl Rose (born William Bruce Rose Jr.), the lead vocalist of the rock band Guns N' Roses.

Related words

See also: axel, rose

Etymology

A variant spelling of Axel, from Old Norse Ásketill, meaning "divine kettle/cauldron" or possibly "father of peace." The spelling "Axl" was popularized by the musician Axl Rose.