Etelänava

Etelänava is a Finnish toponym meaning "south entrance" or "south opening." It is used for harbor-related features and for place names along Finland's southern coastal areas. The name is formed from etelä-, meaning "south," and ava-, a root associated with opening or entrance, reflecting a nautical and urban naming tradition in Finnish.

In nautical and municipal contexts, Etelänava refers to the southern access point to a harbor, such as a southern breakwater or a quay section that serves as the port’s entry. The term occurs in several coastal locales and may appear as street names, district identifiers, or signage within port areas. Its exact referent varies by locality: in some places Etelänava denotes a specific pier; in others, it denotes a broader waterfront zone.

As a common toponym, Etelänava appears in historical records and on contemporary maps, reflecting the ongoing importance of southern harbor access in urban harbor development. The name is one of several Finnish nautical terms used to describe directions, entrances, and harbor infrastructure.