Keijo
Finnish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Keijo
Keijo is a Finnish given name meaning "lively" or "cheerful," derived from the Old Norse element "keikr" meaning merry or spirited.
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Etymology
Keijo is a Finnish given name meaning "lively" or "cheerful," derived from the Old Norse element "keikr" meaning merry or spirited. The name is primarily used in Finland and among Finnish-speaking populations, with historical roots in Scandinavian naming traditions dating back to medieval times.
Keijo currently ranks #93 in the United States as a boy's name.
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