How has the naming trend changed over the years in Finland?

In recent years, the popularity of names in Finland has shown limited variation, with traditional names remaining popular choices. These favored names are short, consisting of two syllables, and are characterized by soft pronunciation. Additionally, traditional Finnish names are resurgent, showcasing a renewed interest in preserving cultural and familial heritage (2).

What are some Finnish baby names connected to Finnish music or sports?

Some Finnish baby names connected to Finnish music or sports include Aino, associated with the Finnish soprano Aino Ackté, and Kimi, related to Finnish Formula One driver Kimi Räikkönen.

What are some nature-inspired Finnish names?

Some nature-inspired Finnish names may include Aamu, meaning morning, Kielo meaning lily of the valley, and Vesa meaning sapling or young tree.

What is the Finnish name for God?

The Finnish name for God is Jumala, for the Christian God and other religious deities. Additionally, Paiva means God of the sun, and Assi and Atto represent Goddess.

What Finnish name means luck?

The Finnish boy’s name Onni means luck or fortune, while the girl’s name Sulamit signifies a woman with fortune or great luck.

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52 Finnish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With E

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Emilia	Girl	Rival; Laborious; Eager
Elise	Girl	God is my oath
Elisa	Girl	My God is an oath; My God is fullness
Eve	Girl	To live; To breathe
Eliel	Boy	My God is God
Elina	Girl	Bright light
Ester	Girl	Star; Evening star
Ellia	Girl	Torch; Shining light; Other; My God is Yahweh
Esa	Boy	Yahweh is salvation; God is my salvation
Elli	Girl	Old age; My God is an oath

Edvin	Boy	Rich friend
Elida	Girl	Fast sailing ship; Nobility
Eilah	Girl	Terebinth tree; Oak; Blessed; Holy
Eero	Boy	Eternal ruler
Elsi	Girl	My God is an oath
Enna	Girl	Bird; Light; Pasture; Greens; Kindness; Elegance
Elisabet	Girl	Devoted to God; My God is an oath
Edel	Boy	Pale noble woman; Noble; Delicate; Noble fame
Elyna	Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Elda	Girl	Battle; Fire

Elmo	Boy	Beloved; Helmet; Protection
Esko	Boy	Cauldron or helmet of God
Elmi	Unisex	Helmet; Protection; Will helmet; Will desire
Eera	Boy	Ever ruler; Eternal ruler
Emese	Girl	Mother; Little mother
Eja	Unisex	Happy exclamation; Dawn; Elegance; Beauty
Enny	Girl	Edge of a sword
Eelis	Boy	A saying which means My god is Yahweh
Eemil	Boy	One who is like the Elves
Eevi	Boy	To breathe; To live; Rich friend

Efia	Girl	Born on Friday; To use words of good omen
Eija	Girl	Exclamation of joy
Eina	Girl	One warrior
Ekke	Boy	A peaceful ruler of the island
Elissa	Boy	My God is an oath
Eljas	Boy	Where Yahweh is the God
Elvi	Girl	Happy; Friendly; Agreeable; True; Spear
Emmi	Girl	Rival; Whole; Great
Enni	Girl	Mercy; Kindness; Romantic
Ensio	Boy	First

Eppo	Boy	A character in the Shakespearean play Comedy of Errors
Erkki	Boy	Ruler of all
Erno	Boy	Serious; Earnest
Este	Boy	Star
Esteri	Girl	Star
Eulia	Girl	Well-spoken; Sweetly speaking
Elinah	Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Essi	Girl	Star; Evening star
Eya	Unisex	Happiness; Dawn; Elegance; Beauty
Enn	Unisex	Old; Aged

Evo	Unisex	Dynamic; Modern; Innovative
Ei	Girl	Flourishing, Prosperous

Infographic: Top Finnish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With E

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Finnish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With E(infographic)

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