Find out how popular the first name Absalon has been for the last 24 years (from 1985 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Absalon by gender

Based on the last 24 years of data, Absalon is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Absalon.

The history of the first name Absalon

The name Absalon is derived from the Hebrew name Avshalom, meaning "father of peace." It is an ancient name with roots tracing back to biblical times.

The biblical figure Absalom was the third son of King David, renowned for his beauty and rebellion against his father's rule. His story is recounted in the Second Book of Samuel in the Old Testament. Absalom's tragic fate serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of vanity and betrayal.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Absalon dates back to the 11th century. Absalon Arily, also known as Axel, was a renowned Danish theologian and statesman who lived from 1128 to 1201. He served as the Bishop of Roskilde and played a crucial role in strengthening the Danish monarchy.

Another notable figure bearing the name Absalon was Absalon de Vibrac, a 13th-century French knight and crusader. He participated in the Seventh Crusade and was captured by the Mamluks in Egypt, where he spent several years in captivity before being ransomed and returning to France.

In the 16th century, Absalon Beyer, a German Renaissance humanist and theologian, made significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of his time. He was born in 1528 and lived until 1598, leaving behind a vast body of scholarly work.

In the realm of literature, Absalon is a central character in Geoffrey Chaucer's famous Canterbury Tales. The story of the Miller's Tale revolves around the misadventures of a young scholar named Absalon, who falls in love with a wealthy carpenter's wife.

The name Absalon has also been borne by historical figures such as Absalon Pederssøn Beyer, a 16th-century Norwegian humanist and scholar, and Absalon Pedersøn Baadsmand, a Danish naval officer and shipbuilder from the 17th century.

While the name Absalon has its origins in Hebrew and biblical traditions, it has been adopted and adapted across various cultures and time periods, carrying with it a rich tapestry of historical associations and literary significance.

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