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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34 Finnish Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Heidi	Girl	Noble birth; Nobility
Hugo	Boy	Mind; Spirit; Thought
Helena	Girl	Torch; Shining light
Hanna	Girl	Favor; Grace; God has favored me
Henri	Boy	Home ruler
Henrietta	Girl	Ruler of an estate; Ruler of the home
Herman	Boy	Soldier; Army man
Hari	Boy	Brown; Yellow; Tawny; Hindu god Vishnu; Lion; Horse; Monkey; To shine; Ruler of the home; High
Haron	Boy	Mountain of strength; Exalted
Heloise	Girl	Healthy wide; Whole wide; Sun

Hessa	Girl	Pearl; Portio; Favor; Home ruler; Destiny
Hannes	Boy	God is gracious
Hanni	Girl	Grace; God is gracious
Heli	Boy	Ascending; Climbing up; Shining; Moon; Sound
Halla	Girl	Rock; Boulder; Slab; Hill
Heleena	Girl	Light; Torch; Bright
Hanneli	Girl	Yahweh is gracious; Grace; Favor; My God is an oath
Hannu	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Hedvig	Girl	Battle; Combat; War
Helge	Boy	Holy; Blessed

Hildie	Girl	Battle
Hilma	Girl	Will; Helmet; Famous; Battle
Hannele	Girl	Yahweh is gracious; Favor; Grace
Haraldus	Boy	Army ruler
Heimericus	Boy	One who is a part of the tribe
Heimo	Boy	Tribe
Helmi	Girl	Pearl; Precious thing
Helmy	Girl	A Gem of the Sea
Hemmi	Unisex	Pearl; Will desire helmet
Hermo	Boy	Army Staff

Hesekiel	Boy	God strengthens; God will strengthen
Hesso	Unisex	Torch; Sun
Hilu	Girl	Cloudberry; yearn for life
Haika	Unisex	Powerful; Warrior

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

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