Eine

Eine is a Finnish feminine given name, derived as the feminine form of Eino. The name was coined in the 19th century, a period when many new Finnish names were created as part of the national romantic revival of Finnish language and culture.

The root name Eino has an uncertain etymology. It is possibly a Finnish form of a Scandinavian name, though no definitive origin is established.

Popularity and Distribution

Eine is relatively common in Finland. According to August 2025 data from the Finnish Digital and Population Data Services Agency, it ranks as the 324th most popular female given name, with 1,426 women and girls bearing it as a first name. Additionally, 443 people have it as a middle name.

Related Forms

Eine belongs to a group of phonetically and etymologically connected Finnish names. Close variants include Eini, while Enni functions as a diminutive. All these names share the first three letters and likely derive from the same root.

• Meaning: Feminine form of Eino, possibly of Scandinavian origin.
• Origin: Coined in 19th-century Finland.
• Type: First name
• Coined: 19th century
• Usage: Finland
• Related names: Eini (variant), Enni (diminutive)