Finnish names often reflect the country's rich cultural heritage and natural surroundings. They typically consist of a first name and a surname, with many surnames derived from nature, occupations, or geographical features. Common Finnish first names include Matti for males and Liisa for females, while surnames like Korhonen and Niemi are prevalent. In Finland, naming traditions can also include the use of patronymics, where a child's surname is based on the father's first name, often ending in "-nen" or "-la." Additionally, Finnish names may have unique spellings and pronunciations, influenced by the Finnish language's phonetic nature.