KOSKINEN
Koskinen
Origin and Meaning
Koskinen is a Finnish surname, derived from the word "koski," which means rapids or waterfall in Finnish. It is a toponymic surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name likely lived near a prominent waterfall or rapids.
Distribution
Despite its Finnish origin, the surname Koskinen can also be found among individuals of British origin. This can be attributed to historical migration patterns, wherein individuals with Finnish ancestry settled in the United Kingdom and passed on the surname to subsequent generations.
Notable Individuals
- Esa-Matti Koskinen: A Finnish musician known for his contributions to the metal genre as a keyboard player.
- Henriikka Klemetti-Koskinen: A Finnish artistic gymnast who has represented Finland in various international competitions.
Popularity
Given the relatively small population of individuals with Finnish ancestry in the United Kingdom, the surname Koskinen is not as common as traditional British surnames. However, it remains a unique and distinctive surname that continues to be borne by individuals of Finnish and British descent.
There are approximately 18 people named Koskinen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Koskinen.