Teuvo

Teuvo is a masculine given name of Finnish origin. It is used primarily in Finland and within Finnish-speaking communities, and it has appeared across generations, with many bearers born in the early to mid-20th century. The exact origin of Teuvo is not definitively documented; it is considered a traditional Finnish name and may have developed as a standalone form or as a diminutive or derivative of longer names of Germanic origin, such as Teodor or Theodore, through Finnish naming patterns.

In Finnish, Teuvo is typically pronounced with two syllables, roughly TEH-vo, with the stress on the first syllable. The name has been most common in the first half of the 20th century, after which its usage declined as naming fashions shifted toward newer forms.

Notable bearers include Teuvo Teräväinen (born 1994), a Finnish professional ice hockey forward who has played in the NHL, illustrating that the name remains present in contemporary Finland through public figures. The name also appears in Finnish historical records and literature as part of the traditional set of male given names in the country.