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Finnish Names

emilyfalls13
By emilyfalls13
Updated Tue May 23 2023
Names I like that honor my Finnish heritage
  1. Aalto

    • Origin:

      Finnish

    • Meaning:

      "wave"

    • Description:

      The last name of Finnish moderne designer/architect makes an original, creative choice with an unexpected water-related meaning.
  2. Aina

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian and Finnish variation of Aino, Catalan variation of Anna, Japanese, Latvian, Kazakh, Yoruba

    • Meaning:

      "always; grace; lover of green; sight; mirror; delivery had complications [umbilical cord twisted around neck]"

    • Description:

      A bright-sounding name with multicultural appeal, used regularly as a first name in Japan, Scandinavia, Latvia, and Spain.
  3. Akseli

    • Origin:

      Finnish variation of Axel, Scandinavian

    • Meaning:

      "father of peace"

    • Description:

      A popular choice in Finland, where it ranks among the Top 50 boy names.
  4. Anja

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian; Finnish; Slovene; Croatian; Serbian, from Russian

    • Meaning:

      "grace"

    • Description:

      Anja is one of the most international of several versions of Ann/Anna now being imported, also including Anya and Annika.
  5. Anneli

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian variation of Annalie or Hannah

    • Meaning:

      "grace"

    • Description:

      Anneli is one of the hundreds of Anne variations with an intriguing spelling. This name has been popular throughout Scandinavia over time and would certainly translate easily to English-speaking countries.
  6. Anniina

    • Description:

      Anniina is a Finnish feminine name that evolved as a variant of Anna, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' Popular in Finland and other Nordic countries, Anniina emerged as a distinctively Finnish elaboration of the classic name. It gained significant popularity in Finland during the 1970s and 1980s, representing a modern yet traditional naming choice. The name features the characteristic Finnish double vowels and has a melodic quality when pronounced. While common in Finland, Anniina remains relatively unknown internationally, making it a uniquely Finnish cultural identifier. The name carries associations with gentleness and beauty in Finnish culture.
  7. Annikki

    • Description:

      Annikki is a feminine Finnish name with deep cultural roots in Finnish mythology and folklore. It appears as a character in the Kalevala, Finland's national epic poem, where Annikki is the sister of the blacksmith Ilmarinen. The name is a diminutive form of Anna, ultimately derived from the Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace.' In Finland, the name carries cultural significance while maintaining connections to nature and traditional Finnish values. Annikki enjoyed modest popularity in Finland throughout the 20th century, though it's considered somewhat traditional today. Outside Finland, the name remains quite rare, offering a distinctive choice with authentic Nordic heritage. Its melodic sound, with the characteristic Finnish double consonants, gives it a rhythmic quality typical of Finnish naming traditions, while its mythological connections add depth and cultural resonance.

  8. Arto

    • Origin:

      Finnish variation of Arthur, Celtic

    • Meaning:

      "bear"

    • Description:

      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 Artoush -- another Arthur variation meaning bear -- or Artavazd. In Spanish-speaking contexts, it could relate to "arte" meaning "art."
  9. Arvo

    • Origin:

      Finnish

    • Meaning:

      "value, worth"

    • Description:

      Arvo is a simple name virtually unknown in the US and UK that might get discovered thanks to the surprise popularity of Arlo.
  10. Aatos
    • Ahti
      • Aino
        • Aki
          • Altti
            • Anna-Liisa
              • Antti
                • Arja
                  • Birgitta

                    • Origin:

                      Scandinavian variation of Bridget, Gaelic

                    • Meaning:

                      "strength or exalted one"

                    • Description:

                      Classic Scandinavian form of Bridget. Saint Birgitta of Sweden is the patron saint of Europe.
                  • Eero

                    • Origin:

                      Finnish variation of Eric

                    • Meaning:

                      "eternal ruler"

                    • Description:

                      Creative gem perfect for an architect's son, in tribute to modern Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen.
                  • Eino

                    • Description:

                      Eino is a masculine Finnish name derived from Germanic elements, ultimately a Finnish form of names containing 'ain' meaning 'one' or 'alone.' Popular in Finland and among Finnish-American communities, Eino carries cultural significance as a traditional Nordic name. It rose to prominence in Finland in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, influenced by Finnish nationalist movements. The name is characterized by its distinctive sound and straightforward pronunciation (AY-no). While uncommon outside Finnish communities, Eino represents Finnish cultural heritage and has maintained steady usage in Finland. The name may appeal to parents seeking a simple yet distinctive name with Scandinavian roots and a strong cultural identity.