tihainen

Tihainen is a Finnish surname. It is not a common given name. The etymology of the name is not widely documented, but it is believed to be of Finnish origin. As with many surnames, its origins may be linked to a place name, a personal characteristic, or a patronymic. Historical records indicate its presence in various regions of Finland. There are individuals and families in Finland and elsewhere who bear the surname Tihainen. The meaning of the word "tihainen" itself in modern Finnish is not immediately clear or commonly used, suggesting it might be an older form or a derivative. Information regarding notable individuals with this surname is limited in publicly available sources. The distribution of the surname within Finland has likely shifted over time due to migration patterns. Genealogical research may provide further insights into the history and geographical spread of families with the Tihainen surname.