Names with Finnish Origins

This page showcases a curated list of 315+ Finnish names, meticulously chosen to provide parents with a comprehensive resource. Explore the unique meanings and origins behind each name, and discover the perfect fit for your precious little one.

Meaning of Finnish Names

Finnish names are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Finland, with meanings that evoke nature's beauty, strength, and resilience.

When choosing a name of Finnish origin, delve into the enchanting world of Nordic meanings.

Top 10 Finnish Names

Top 10 Most Popular Finnish Names in 2024
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  1. Fair, white; strength, courage, wisdom; Finnish; bright.

  2. Eino: Finnish for "the only one," or "the unique one."

  3. Reino: Finnish origin, meaning "king" or "ruler," signifying leadership and authority.

  4. Mikko: Finnish form of Michael, meaning "who is like God"

  5. Olli: Finnish origin meaning "peace" and "tranquility."

  6. Arvo (Finnish): Esteemed, worthy

  1. Lauri (Finnish): Laurel tree; triumph, glory, wisdom

  2. Eira: Snow (Welsh), Fertility (Finnish), Bee Meadow (Basque)

  3. Eila: Finnish origin, meaning "sunshine"

  4. Soila: Finnish origin, meaning "loving, kind-hearted, and fair."

  5. Sanna: Finnish name meaning "truth" or "messenger," symbolizing integrity and honest communication.

  6. Kirsti: Finnish form of Christina, meaning "follower of Christ" (Greek)

  7. Renewal, growth, new beginnings.

  8. Aili: "Radiance, beauty, sun, ray of light" (Celtic, Finnish)

315 Names of Finnish Origin

Toivo

Hope (Finnish origin)

Maija

Renewal, growth, new beginnings.

Aili

Aili: "Radiance, beauty, sun, ray of light" (Celtic, Finnish)

Mikko

Mikko: Finnish form of Michael, meaning "who is like God"

Olli

Olli: Finnish origin meaning "peace" and "tranquility."

Lumi

Lumi: Finnish meaning "snow"

Timo

Timo: "Honor God" (Finnish)

Tilli

Tilli: Strength in Conflict (German)

Taija

Taija (Finnish): Serenity

Merita

Merita: Worthy, marine, or precious

Arvo

Arvo (Finnish): Esteemed, worthy

Waino

Finnish: "friend" or "dear one"

Kaija

Kaija (Finnish): Rejoicing, Joyful

Helmi

1. Pearl (Arabic), 2. Patient (Farsi), 3. Gentle (Finnish)

Matti

Gift of God (Finnish)

Sulo

Sulo: "Sun" (Finnish/Estonian)

Lempi

Lempi: Finnish origin meaning "love," "affection," "sweetheart."

Tauno

Tauno (Finnish): Strength, courage, protection

Vieno

Vieno (Finnish): Grace or Charm

Rauri

Rauri: Red-haired warrior (Irish), beloved (Arabic), little bear (Finnish)

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