Boy Names Lists · International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Finnish and Sami form of Ola and Olaf, Norse
"ancestor's relic"
Oula is a Sami variation of Ola and a Finnish short form of Olavi, in turn making the name a diminutive of Olaf. Meaning "ancestor's relic" or "ancestor's descendant" in Old Norse, it is pronounced…
Finnish variation of Abraham, Hebrew
"father of multitudes"
Aapo has been a common Finnish name for decades and is now declining in popularity.
Finnish
"thought, idea"
Handsome and solid in sound with a meaning that could feel clever, dreamy, philosophical, or creative, depending on how you wish to view it, Aatos can mean "thought" or "idea", ultimately linking it…
Finnish, unknown meaning
In Finnish mythology, Ahti (also known as Ahto) was a heroic character and god of the sea, rivers and fishing, also referred to as Saarelainen ("Islander").
"fair-sized, good amount"
Aimo was most common in Finland and Scandinavian during the first half of the 20th century.
Finnish variation of Axel, Scandinavian
"father of peace"
A popular choice in Finland, where it ranks among the Top 50 boy names.
Finnish variation of Albin, Latin
"white"
Although it resembles Alvie, Alvi has separate origins. It comes from the Latin name Albin, meaning "white," while Alvie is derived from Alvin, meaning "noble friend."
"beloved"
Armas is an antiquated Finnish word with a loving meaning and a straightforward spelling and pronunciation. A rare name with potential.
Finnish variation of Arthur, Celtic
"bear"
Arto is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Finnish, it derives from the name Arthur, meaning "bear" or "stone." It's also used in Armenian communities, where it may be short for…
Finnish, from Celtic
This cute form of Arthur has something distinctly cool about it — from the unique "ooh" ending sound, to the harsher double T in the middle. In Finland, Arttu was a Top 10 name in the 2000s and…
"value, worth"
Arvo is a simple name virtually unknown in the US and UK that might get discovered thanks to the surprise popularity of Arlo.
Finnish variation of Edward
Eetu is a perennial favorite in Finland, but is rarely if ever used in the States - probably because of the unfamiliar (to most people) spelling and pronunciation.
Finnish variation of Eila, Norwegian
"bright, shining light"
Eilo is one of the few masculine names to derive from a feminine one. It comes from Eila, the Norwegian variation of Elina.
Finnish variation of Eirik, Old Norse
"eternal ruler"
Eiro is to Eirik as Eero is to Eric.
"first"
Ensio derives from the Finnish word ensimmäinen , meaning "first one."
Finnish variation of Ernest, English from German
"serious, resolute"
Cooler than Ernest and less Muppet-like than Ernie, the Finnish Erno may be the best way to honor someone with an Ern- name.
A Finnish tribe and language
If you've heard this name, it's probably from the hero of the acclaimed Julia Glass novel, Three Junes , or else the political scientist Richard Fenno. As well as a Finnish name, it's alos a Frisian…
Finnish variation of Gabriel, Hebrew
"God is my strength"
As a masculine name, Gauri is Finnish in origin and derives from Gabriel.
Diminutive of Aaprahami, Finnish
Much less intimidating than the formal form, Aaprahami.
Finnish, short form of Johannes
"God is gracious"
A cute Finnish mini-name originating from Johannes.
