Finnish Baby Names
Explore our collection of baby names with Finnish origins. These names reflect the rich cultural heritage and linguistic traditions of Finnish culture.
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Niko
Victory of the people
Unisex
Aila
Holy, blessed; Torch, shining light
Girl
Mikaela
who resembles God?
Girl
Eliel
My God is God
Boy
Mikael
Who is like God?
Boy
Mika
Fragrance; Who resembles God?; Three trees together; Quick and nimble
Unisex
Laine
Dweller in the lane; Wave; Eldest son; Wool; Shining, brilliant, torch
Unisex
Laine
Dweller in the lane; Wave; Eldest son; Wool; Shining, brilliant, torch
Unisex
Sami
Sublime, elevated, supreme; Name of God; God has heard; Flower
Unisex
Naima
Gentle; Tender, delicate; Pleasantness; My delight
Girl
Mayla
Mother; Nurse
Girl
Laina
Wave; Dweller in the lane, pathway; Shining, torch, bright; Eldest son; Wool
Girl
Miko
Who resembles God?; Chief; Beautiful child; Shrine Maiden
Unisex
Lumi
Light; Filled with light; Snow
Unisex
Sade
Rule or lead with nobility; Assume royalty with (your) wealth; Honor earns a crown; Ray of light; Rain
Girl
Sade
Rule or lead with nobility; Assume royalty with (your) wealth; Honor earns a crown; Ray of light; Rain
Girl
Neva
Bog, swamp; White spirit
Girl
Veera
Faith, belief; Truth; Victory bringer
Girl
Erno
Of Ernest; Serious; Determined; Earnest
Noora
Of Noor; Light, brightness, the divine light
Girl
Olavi
Descendant of ancestors; Heirloom of ancestors
Eino
Power of the sword
Mikko
Who is like God?
Unisex
Reeta
Pearl
Nara
City in Japan; Good, excellent; Oak tree; Comfortable willow tree; Flat, level; Peace; River rapids; Masculine; Water
Girl
Mimma
Of the Lord; Devoted to God
Niva
Be as white as snow; A small rapid in a river; To bring near; Support; To flow
Girl
Aili
Holy; Blessed; Bright, shining light
Girl
Edvin
Rich or wealthy friend
Boy
Kaija
Pure; Life
Girl
Anu
Graciousness; He was gracious; He has shown favor; Atom, molecule; God's mercy is plenty; Heaven; Sky
Unisex
Merie
Shining sea, sea
Leevi
Of Levi; Joined, united, attached
Boy
Tommi
Twin; Double; Gemini
Girl
Tommi
Twin; Double; Gemini
Girl
Ville
Resolute protector; Town
Jorma
God exalts; People of Hermes
Miyanna
Palace of the south; Southern temple; Bitter; Rebellious; Wished-for child; Beloved; Grace, favor
Girl
Eura
Wide eyes or face; River bay; Municipality in Finland
Tauna
Tawny color; Light, golden brown; Peaceful, modest
Hanni
Grace; God is gracious
Kalle
Free man
Kalle
Free man
Marja
Star of the sea; Beloved; Wished for child; Bitterness; Berry
Charlotta
Free man; Free woman
Ilona
as a joy; light
Girl
Jari
Helmeted warrior
Boy
Sibilla
Prophetess, Sibyl
Lasse
From Laurentium; Victory of the people
Timo
Honoring God
Boy
Eero
Eternal ruler
Boy
Este
Star
Girl
Marketa
Pearl
Maija
Variation of Maria; Star of the sea
Girl
Matti
Gift of God; Mighty in battle
Girl
Jani
Gift from God; Knowledge
Kaisa
Pure
Girl
Suvi
Summer
Girl
Jara
Helmeted warrior; Spring; Rock-rose
Girl
Saara
Princess
Girl
Saara
Princess
Girl
Aleksi
Man's defender, warrior
Boy
Lilja
Lily; God is my oath
Girl
Aaro
High mountain; Enlightened
Boy
Saija
Princess
Girl
Saija
Princess
Girl
Ilda
Of Hilda; Heroine in battle, battle woman
Girl
Onni
Happiness; Luck
Boy
Elvi
White, fair
Girl
Hoover
Owner of a patch of farmland; Soldier horseman
Nea
Lime tree; Twinflower
Girl
Eeva
Living; Breathing
Ulla
Determination, Willpower; Apples
Girl
Ansa
Virtue; Trap
Nykko
Victory of the people
Fiia
Flickering fire
Girl
Kati
Of Katherine; Each of the two; Clean; Pure
Girl
Kauri
Tree; Deer; Man of God; Flower; Heart; Mind, spirit
Kirsi
Frost; Cherry
Girl
Arto
Bear
Taija
Crown; Sapling, plant; One who maintains or possesses the well; Honorable
Heli
Torch, light
Rebekka
To bind
Girl
Jaana
Star of the sea; Beloved; Grace; God is gracious
Gili
My joy; Rejoice; Dwelling
Essi
Star; Pledged to God
Tuuli
Wind
Girl
Aristella
Shy, timid, bashful; Aristocrat
Aadolf
Distinguished; Strong wolf
Aalto
Wave
Aapeli
Father of a multitude of nations
Aapo
Father of a multitude of nations
Aatami
Man
Aatos
Thought, idea
Aino
The only one
Akseli
Peace of the father
Aliisa
Noble, graceful
Armas
Beloved
Arvo
Value, worth
Askel
Cauldron of the gods; Protected by God; Step, pace
About Finnish Names
Finnish names have a rich history and cultural significance. They often reflect the values, traditions, and linguistic characteristics of Finnish culture. Choosing a Finnish name for your child can be a wonderful way to honor your heritage or express your appreciation for Finnish culture.
Naming Tips
- Research the meaning and cultural significance of Finnish names
- Consider the pronunciation and potential nicknames
- Think about how the name might be perceived in different cultural contexts
- Check for any historical or literary associations with the name
- Consult with native speakers or cultural experts if you're unsure about a name's usage or connotations