tiilia

Tiilia is a Finnish surname. It is relatively uncommon and primarily found in Finland. The name's origin is believed to be connected to the Finnish word "tiili," meaning brick. This suggests a possible occupational surname for someone who worked with bricks, such as a brickmaker or builder. Like many surnames, its exact historical trajectory and geographic distribution within Finland may be difficult to trace definitively due to historical record-keeping practices. However, it is a name that contributes to the diverse linguistic and cultural heritage of Finland. Individuals bearing the surname Tiilia may have ancestral roots in various regions of the country, and its presence, though small, is part of the broader Finnish onomastic landscape.