heikkinen

Heikkinen is a Finnish surname derived from the given name Heikki, a Finnish form of Henry, with the suffix -nen indicating lineage or belonging. The derivation suggests “descendant of Heikki” and places the name within the common Finnish pattern of surname formation from personal names. The name is widespread in Finland and is also borne by Finnish communities abroad.

In terms of distribution, Heikkinen is one of the more commonly encountered Finnish surnames. It appears in Finland’s population records and is also found among Finns in Sweden, North America, and other countries with Finnish ancestry.

The pronunciation is typically described as HEH-kee-nen, with the emphasis on the first syllable. Spelling and pronunciation may vary slightly among speakers in different regions and languages.

There are many individuals with the surname Heikkinen who have gained prominence in fields such as sports, academia, the arts, and public life. Because it is a common surname, the name appears across a range of biographical contexts, and specific notable persons are listed in biographical and statistical sources rather than in a single centralized article.