Finnish Names
- Helsinki
Origin:
Finnish place-nameDescription:
Though lots of obscure place-names are now on the map, it's hard to imagine this one inspiring anyone.
- Valma
- Reku
- Kusti
- Roope
- Riitta
- Aatu
Origin:
Finnish form of Adolph, GermanMeaning:
"noble wolf"Description:
Adolph is of course a name that is shunned by most people around the world, but Aatu is a form that feels far enough away from the original to be usable.
- Rieti
- Leea
- Mauno
- Kyösti
- Mini
- Maikki
Origin:
Finnish variation of MaryDescription:
An unusual name that has not ventured outside the Finnish culture.
- Pirjo
Origin:
Diminutive of Piritta, FinnishMeaning:
"strength; exalted one"Description:
Cutesy short form of Piritta, the Finnish variation of Birgitta.
- Heikki
Origin:
Finnish form of Henry; "estate ruler"Meaning:
"estate ruler"Description:
This cute Finnish name could make for a fun way to honour a relative named Henry. A notable namesake is racing driver Heikki Kovalainen.
- Lauri
- Erkki
- Pertti
- Emeli
- Pirkko
Origin:
Diminutive of Piritta, FinnishMeaning:
"strength; exalted one"Description:
Cute and quirky nickname that stands on its own in Finland.