Finnish Baby Names

Finnish name with a magical meaning.

This nickname-name is very popular in Germany, though Lottie is still the preferred version in the US. The problem, of course, is that you'll have to put up with a lotta jokes. See?

As a masculine name, Gauri is Finnish in origin and derives from Gabriel.

The pronunciation is not intuitive to English speakers, who aren't used to Os said as As.

An attractive Scandinavian take on Helga, or a potential Helen nickname.

Senja is the Finnish form of Xenia as well as the Indonesian word for "dusk."

Cute Finnish version of Michael.

This attractive multicultural name is found in India and Finland, where it is also a word meaning "frost."

A rare Finnish word name with a fiery meaning.

Elvi is one of those elusive names that fit in yet stand out. It's similar to currently trendy girl names such as Ellie and Evie but maintains distinction.

A punchy alternative to Pearl as it gains popularity.

Taru is both the Finnish word for "epic," making it a translation of the Swedish name Saga, and a pet form of Tarja, the Finnish form of Daria.

A sweet and intuitive Finnish word name. The double U's up the quirkiness.

Cosmo's Finnish cousin.

A cute and easily accessible Finnish nickname, although not one that is likely to become popular in America now that Hannah and co are on the decline.

Arvo is a simple name virtually unknown in the US and UK that might get discovered thanks to the surprise popularity of Arlo.

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

Armas is an antiquated Finnish word with a loving meaning and a straightforward spelling and pronunciation. A rare name with potential.