Puurtinen

Puurtinen is a Finnish surname and, less commonly, a toponym in Finland. As a surname, it belongs to a common class of Finnish names that end in -nen, typically indicating origin from a place, a farm, or a family lineage. The exact etymology of Puurtinen is not well documented in standard references, but it is generally treated as a toponymic surname derived from a locality name or farmstead in a rural Finnish setting.

In terms of distribution, Puurtinen is most frequently found in Finland and among Finnish communities abroad, especially in countries with historical Finnish emigration. Like many Finnish surnames of rural origin, it may have several independent lineages, resulting in multiple, unrelated families bearing the name.

There are no widely known individuals with the surname Puurtinen who have a dedicated biographical article. The name may appear in various records and genealogical sources, including parish, civil, and immigration documents.

Puurtinen is also used, less commonly, as a place name or toponym in some contexts within Finland, often referring to small localities or farmsteads historically associated with a family or community. However, there is no widely recognized town or municipality named Puurtinen as of the current reference materials.

This entry provides a brief overview intended for general reference. For precise genealogical or geographical information, consult Finnish genealogical databases or local administrative records.