Teijo

Teijo is primarily a Finnish masculine given name used in Finland. It is a traditional-sounding name that appears in personal naming, though it is not among the most common Finnish names. Beyond given-name usage, Teijo also appears in geography in Finland, most prominently in connection with Teijo National Park.

Teijo National Park, or Teijon kansallispuisto, is a protected area in southwestern Finland, near the town of Salo. The park protects representative landscapes of the region, including old-growth boreal forests, mires, and lake shores, and it preserves ecological diversity as well as the cultural and historical connections to forestry and rural life. It is managed by Metsähallitus, the Finnish state agency responsible for public lands and national parks. The park offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife observation, camping, and other nature-based recreation, with trails and facilities that emphasize accessibility while protecting sensitive habitats.

In addition to the national park, the name Teijo appears in local toponymy in southwestern Finland, where it has been used for places and districts reflecting historical ties to the region. The term is thus associated with both personal naming and geographical naming in Finland, particularly in the southwest.