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Axiom

AK-see-uhm /ˈæk.si.əm/

At a glance

In short
Axiom, from Greek "axioma," means "worthy" or "evident." This rare name symbolizes truth and wisdom, offering a modern yet timeless appeal.
U.S. rank 2025
Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2022 (#12,330)
Babies in 2022
5 (<0.01% of boys)
Peak
#12,086 in 2015
First recorded
2015

Meaning of Axiom

The name Axiom is a unique and powerful choice for a baby boy, derived from the Greek word "axioma," meaning "that which is thought worthy or fit" or "that which commends itself as evident." This name carries connotations of truth, wisdom, and self-evidence, making it an excellent choice for parents who value intellectual strength and clarity. Pronounced AK-see-uhm (/ˈæk.si.əm/), Axiom exudes a modern yet timeless appeal. While not widely used, with only five occurrences in the United States in both 2015 and 2022, its rarity adds to its distinctiveness. Variations of the name include Ax and Axi, offering more casual alternatives while retaining the original's essence. Perfect for parents seeking a meaningful and uncommon name, Axiom stands out as both innovative and profound.

How to pronounce Axiom

English

Popularity of Axiom in the U.S.

Axiom was last recorded in the U.S. in 2022, ranked #12,330 with 5 babies. It peaked at #12,086 in 2015. It first appears in the records in 2015.

Bar and line chart: Axiom in the U.S., 2015–2022. Bars: boys given the name each year, most 5 in 2015 and 5 in 2022. Line: rank among boy names, peak #12,086 in 2015, #12,330 in 2022.
  • Boys named Axiom (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
By year, 2015–2022. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 2015⁠–⁠2022 2 rows
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
2022512,330back
2015512,086new

Notable people named Axiom

  • Hicham Kochman, known as Axiom, is a French rapper, producer, civil rights activist and founder of the hip hop app KEAKR.