Selänne

Selänne is a Finnish surname. It is derived from the Finnish word "selkä," meaning back or ridge, and the suffix "-nne," which indicates possession or belonging. Therefore, Selänne can be translated to "of the back" or "of the ridge."

The surname is most famously associated with Teemu Selänne, a retired Finnish professional ice hockey player. Teemu Selänne had a distinguished career in the National Hockey League (NHL), playing for teams such as the Winnipeg Jets, Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, San Jose Sharks, and Colorado Avalanche. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest Finnish hockey players of all time and is a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Other individuals with the surname Selänne may exist, but the prominence of Teemu Selänne has made the name widely recognized, particularly within the context of ice hockey. The geographical origin of the surname is likely in Finland, reflecting common Finnish naming conventions that often incorporate elements of the natural landscape.