There are
486
Kemppainens in the USA
Kemppainen is the
44270th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Kemppainen

MarttiAhtisaari

Martti Ahtisaari is a Finnish politician and diplomat who served as the tenth President of Finland from 1994 to 2000. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2008 for his efforts to resolve conflicts in various parts of the world.

TanjaPoutiainen

Tanja Poutiainen is a Finnish former alpine ski racer. She won a silver medal in the slalom at the 2006 Winter Olympics and achieved multiple podium finishes in World Cup events.

TuukkaRask

Tuukka Rask is a Finnish professional ice hockey goaltender who currently plays for the Boston Bruins in the National Hockey League (NHL). He has won the Vezina Trophy as the best goaltender in the NHL and has been a key player in the Bruins' success.

Sanni

Sanni Kurkisuo, known mononymously as Sanni, is a Finnish singer, songwriter, and actress. She has released several successful albums and singles in Finland and has won several awards for her music.

KariKemppainen

Kari Kemppainen is a Finnish former professional ice hockey player. He played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Edmonton Oilers and Buffalo Sabres, as well as in European leagues.

VilleKemppinen

Ville Kemppinen is a Finnish former professional ice hockey player. He played in the Finnish Liiga and Swedish Hockey League (SHL), among other leagues, and represented Finland in international competitions.

PaulaVesala

Paula Vesala is a Finnish singer-songwriter and actress. She is best known as one of the founding members of the band PMMP and for her solo music career. She has also acted in films and theater productions.

JussiKemppainen

Jussi Kemppainen is a Finnish former professional ice hockey player. He played in the Finnish Liiga for SaiPa and TPS, as well as in other European leagues. He was also a member of the Finnish national team.

MarkkuKemppainen

Markku Kemppainen is a Finnish former professional ice hockey player. He played in the Finnish Liiga for JYP and Espoo Blues, as well as in other European leagues.

AkuKorhonen

Aku Korhonen is a Finnish former professional ice hockey player. He played in the Finnish Liiga and Swedish Hockey League (SHL), among other leagues, and represented Finland in international competitions.

Kemppainen Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Kemppainen' is of Finnish origin. It is derived from the Finnish word 'kemppi,' which means 'barrel.' The name was originally a nickname for someone who made or dealt with barrels, such as a cooper or a merchant.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Kemppainen' is most commonly found in Finland, where it is one of the more common surnames. It is also found in smaller numbers in other countries with Finnish populations, such as the United States and Canada.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Kemppainen' include 'Kemppi' and 'Kempi.'
Migration and ImmigrationFinnish immigrants with the surname 'Kemppainen' have migrated to various countries, including the United States and Canada, in search of better opportunities and a new life.