maasulkuna

M Maasulkuna is a Finnish surname. The name is derived from the Finnish words "maas" which means earth or ground, and "ulkuna" which is a diminutive suffix. Therefore, Maasulkuna can be interpreted as "little earth" or "small ground".

The surname is not particularly common and is found primarily in Finland. Like many Finnish surnames, it likely originated as a descriptive name related to a person's place of residence or a characteristic of their land. Surnames in Finland became more standardized in the 19th and early 20th centuries, often taking inspiration from nature, occupations, or patronymics.

While the exact origins of any specific family bearing the Maasulkuna surname are not publicly documented without further genealogical research, the etymology suggests a connection to the land. Families with this surname would have likely lived in rural areas where such descriptive names were common. The geographical distribution of the surname can be researched through Finnish population registers and genealogical societies, though detailed information about specific individuals is protected by privacy laws. The meaning of the surname, "little earth," evokes a sense of humility and connection to the natural world.