heiskanen

Heiskanen is a Finnish surname. It is derived from the Finnish word "heiska," which means a tall, slender person, or "heiskanen," a diminutive form of this word. The surname is relatively common in Finland, particularly in the northern and western parts of the country.

As of 2023, Heiskanen is ranked among the top 100 most common surnames in Finland. Individuals with the surname Heiskanen can be found in various professions and walks of life, both within Finland and internationally.

Notable individuals with the surname Heiskanen include Miro Heiskanen, a professional ice hockey player for the Dallas Stars in the National Hockey League (NHL), and his younger brother, Jesse Heiskanen, also a professional ice hockey player.