Korhonen
The origin of the surname Korhonen
Korhonen, Finland’s most common surname, joins a dialect word (linked to “proud”) with the -nen ending.
What kind of surname is Korhonen?
As a descriptive surname (or nickname name), the surname Korhonen arose from a personal characteristic — a physical trait, a quality of temperament, or a distinguishing feature of its first bearer. Communities have always coined nicknames, and in the age before fixed surnames these vivid, affectionate or teasing labels — referring to hair colour, stature, complexion or character — frequently became hereditary. Descriptive surnames give an unusually human glimpse of an ancestor, hinting at how they looked or how they were regarded by the people around them.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Korhonen mean?
The surname Korhonen means From korho, plus -nen. Korhonen, Finland’s most common surname, joins a dialect word (linked to “proud”) with the -nen ending.
Where does the surname Korhonen come from?
Korhonen is a surname of Finnish origin.
What kind of surname is Korhonen?
Korhonen is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
How common is the surname Korhonen in the United States?
Korhonen ranks #33,020 among U.S. surnames (2010 U.S. Census), recorded for about 654 people.