Finnish Names that Start With R

Rasmus

Finnish and Scandinavian variation of Erasmus

"beloved, desired"

A form of ancient name newly popular in Eastern Europe, Rasmus is rugged and distinctive - and on trend in Estonia and Finland. Virtually unknown in the U.S. but with its philosophical roots and…

Rieti

Rieti is a masculine name derived from the ancient Italian city of the same name, located in the Lazio region. As a given name, Rieti is extremely rare, functioning primarily as a…

Reima

Reima is a Finnish masculine name with roots in Germanic languages. It's possibly derived from elements meaning 'council' or 'protection.' While relatively uncommon outside of Finland, Reima carries…

Raimo

Raimo is a masculine Finnish name derived from the Germanic element 'ragin' meaning 'counsel' or 'decision.' It's essentially the Finnish form of Raymond, which combines 'ragin' with 'mund' meaning…

Reino

Finnish variation of Reynold

"council power"

An attractive Finnish name with the potential to cross borders.

Reku

Reku is an extremely rare masculine name with possible origins in Japanese or Finnish cultures, though it may also be a modern invented name. In Japanese, depending on the kanji used, it could have…

Roope

Roope is a masculine Finnish name that serves as a variation of Robert or possibly a Finnish form of Robin. With its short, punchy sound and distinctive double 'o,' the name has a modern feel despite…

Runo

Finnish

"poem"

An appealing Finnish name, with a touch of literary magic and whimsy, Runo means "poem" in its native language. Traditionally said with a slightly rolled R and a softer 'oh' sound at the end (more…