visnapuu

Visnapuu is an Estonian surname. It is a compound name formed from Visna- and puu, with puu meaning "tree" in Estonian. The Visna portion is not a common standalone word in modern Estonian, and the precise origin of the full name is not definitively established. It likely reflects a toponymic or personal-name source, as with many Baltic-Finnic surnames created in the era of surname standardization in the region.

The name is most frequently found in Estonia, with smaller numbers among Estonian communities abroad, including Finland, Sweden, and North America, often in families connected to the Estonian diaspora.

In contemporary usage, Visnapuu is associated with several individuals who have contributed to Estonian culture, literature, and public life. The surname is recognized as part of Estonia's onomastic diversity and illustrates the common practice of combining natural elements to form family names.