Väinämö

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Fact sheet

Name
Väinämö
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
3

Väinämö is a central figure in the Finnish epic Kalevala and translates to 'minstrel'.

What does the name Väinämö mean?

Väinämö is a central figure in the Finnish epic Kalevala and translates to 'minstrel'.

Where does the name Väinämö come from?

The name has its roots in Finnish.

Popularity

In Finland, the boy's name Väinämö ranks 5,432nd in the official list of the most common first names, with a total of 6 bearers. Distribution of the name in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland: In Germany, Väinämö is represented in the federal states of Baden-Württemberg and Thuringia at 50%, in Austria in Upper Austria and Vienna also at 50%. In Switzerland, the name is 100% prevalent in St. Gallen.

Frequently asked questions about the name Väinämö

What does the name Väinämö mean?

Väinämö is a central figure in the Finnish epic Kalevala and translates to 'minstrel'.

Where does the name Väinämö come from?

The name has its roots in Finnish.

How popular is the name Väinämö?

Väinämö is a rare but traditional name in Finland, known primarily among enthusiasts of Finnish culture.

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