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Pihla

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Leeloo1233 · 21/06/2021 05:18

Me again, what do you think of this Finnish name?

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RickiTarr · 21/06/2021 05:25

I’d do one big thread TBH so we can look at them all side by side and you can gather a focus group. Some of these are very niche and require explanation.

I wouldn’t like to guess at the pronunciation of this one.

Leeloo1233 · 21/06/2021 08:14

You're right, one post would have been good. It's tough though not knowing at all how some names work in another language, or if they will become a problem for a bilingual kid

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Warmduscher · 21/06/2021 08:17

Haven’t seen your other threads but are you or your partner Finnish, OP?

Eleoura · 21/06/2021 08:19

How is it pronounced and is it male/female or unisex??? Are you Finnish?

BramStoker · 21/06/2021 08:19

How is it pronounced?

Pee-la
Pee-lar
Pi-la
Pi-lar
??

EmpressWitchDoesntBurn · 21/06/2021 08:41

My first thought was that it might be a typo for Phila, though I can see it’s not now.

Marcanana · 21/06/2021 08:43

I would pronounce it Pee-la - is that right?

Leeloo1233 · 21/06/2021 10:18

@Warmduscher

Haven’t seen your other threads but are you or your partner Finnish, OP?
Yes, I am. This is a beautiful name in Finland but pee-la is not so pleasent in english
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Hippohappiness · 21/06/2021 11:20

I wouldn't use it in the UK if it's pronounced pee-la. Are there other options?

Sometimesonly · 21/06/2021 11:22

Sounds bad in Italian if that is a consideration!

Leeloo1233 · 21/06/2021 11:55

You are supposed to say the h in the middle, peeh-la but perhaps it is quite complicated

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LoopTheLoops · 21/06/2021 12:12

Sorry but I just hear peeler (like a potato peeler)

MrsPelligrinoPetrichor · 21/06/2021 12:15

If you're in the UK then definitely not, I can see the teasing now !

AmIPeriOrAreYouJustAnnoying · 21/06/2021 15:35

I just hear potato peeler too sorry OP.

Priya is lovely
Or Phoebe?

AmIPeriOrAreYouJustAnnoying · 21/06/2021 15:35

Sorry does it have to be Finnish?

AmIPeriOrAreYouJustAnnoying · 21/06/2021 15:42

Wow! There are lots of gorgeous Finnish girls names:

Elea
Elea is the shorter form of the name “Eleanor”, which comes from the Greek name, Helen, Elea is a wonderful Finnish name meaning bright and shining light. It can also translate to “merciful” in some parts of Finland.

Fiia
This name sounds like it was plucked straight from a fairy tale. With a delightful sound and short, simple spelling, Fiia is a lovely title for any little girl. Typically, the name in Finland means “a flickering fire”.

Maia
Pronounced like Maya, Maia refers to the month of May in Finland, making it a popular Finnish girl’s name for girls born in the Spring. The title also translates to “Goddess of Spring”, making it even more appealing to many families.

Teea
Teea is a highly Scandinavian and Nordic name, with origins in Danish, Finland, Iceland, and Farose. The name might also appear spelled as “Tea.” Ideal for the beautiful young girl in your life, Teaa means both beauty and Bird.

Lotta
Similar to the name Lottie, and taken from the title Charlotta or Carlotta, Lotta means “free man” or “freedom”. If you like the idea of a raising a girl who will have the world as her oyster when she grows up, Lotta could be the title for you.

Eila
Eila is a wonderful Finnish girl’s name with an interesting sound. Pronounced “Ey-la”, it is believed to be either a shortened version of the name Elisabet, or coming from the Celtic name Eile.

Loja
One thing we love about Finnish girl names, is how so many of them are associated with strength and power. Loja is the Finnish and Swedish version of the name Louise, which means famous warrior. You might have heard this title thanks to Loja Saarinen, an American and Finnish artist.

Ilona
Ilona is a Finnish and Hungarian female name. The traditional Finnish name refers to the queen of the fairies in Folklore, and it’s something that Finnish families usually associate with “joy”. Ilona literally means “as a joy (to someone)”.

Saara
Sarah and Sara are popular names throughout the UK and US. If you want something similar, but you need a touch of exotic Finnish origin in the mix, choose Saara. The title means “princess”, and the two a’s really make it stand out.

Elsa
One of the most common names in Finland with a strong connection to Christianity, Elsa means “pledged to God”. This name has surged in popularity since the Disney movie “Frozen” was released.

Gullible2021 · 21/06/2021 15:45

Sorry but this won't work in England. It's not a nice sounding name to begin with and pronunciation will always be a problem.

StayCalmX · 21/06/2021 15:51

The sound means battery to me.

i do not love it.

I don't think it works in English either.

OddsNSodsBitsNBobs · 21/06/2021 16:17

Pia instead? Shame it doesn't work in English, the sound is lovely but unfortunately yes sounds like peeler in certain accents.

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