Reijo

Reijo is a Finnish masculine given name. It is primarily used in Finland and among Finnish-speaking populations abroad. The exact origin of Reijo is not definitively established in standard name etymologies; it is commonly treated as a distinct Finnish name within the tradition of compound and standalone male given names, and it is sometimes considered related to other names such as Reino. The name has been registered in Finnish civil records for several decades, reflecting its place in mid-to-late 20th-century naming practices, and it remains in occasional modern use, particularly among older generations.

In Finnish naming culture, Reijo is one of several names that gained popularity during the 20th century as part of a broader trend toward short, easily pronounceable Nordic forms. It is generally given without a family name association and may be complemented by a range of Finnish middle names. Diminutives or affectionate forms vary by family and region; common informal forms are not standardized.

Culturally, Reijo is recognized as a traditional Finnish male given name. It may appear in genealogical records, historical texts, and contemporary biographies, reflecting its ongoing presence in Finnish society. Outside Finland, the name is primarily encountered among Finnish expatriates and diaspora communities.

See also Reino, Finnish given names.