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Paavo Nikolai Virtanen, 1911 - 1940
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Paavo Viljam Varemäki (Virtanen), 1909 - 1985
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Paavo Veikko Mikael Virtanen, 1925 - 2016
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Paavo Aleksanteri Virtanen, 1909 - 1941
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Paavo Virtanen, 1921 - 1944
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Paavo Muraja (born Virtanen), 1891 - 1961
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Paavo Veikko Virtanen, 1911 - 1944
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Paavo Ensio Virtanen, 1920 - 1942
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Paavo Veikko Virtanen, 1911 - 1944
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Paavo Alarik Virtanen, 1897 - 1969
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Paavo Kullervo Virtanen, 1930 - 2004
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Paavo Nikolai Virtanen, 1895 - 1918
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Paavo Anselm Virtanen, 1906 - 1941
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Paavo August Virtanen, 1907 - 1975
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Paavo August Virtanen, 1907 - 1975
MyHeritage Family TreesPaavo Nikolai Virtanen, 1914 - 1990
BillionGravesPaavo Armas Virtanen, 1914 - 1998
BillionGravesPaavo Ilmari Virtanen, 1928 - 2002
BillionGravesPaavo Valdemar Virtanen, 1919 - 1995
BillionGravesPaavo Virtanen, born 1915
Famous People Throughout HistoryPaavo Anttipas Virtanen, 1905 - 1968
Geni World Family TreePaavo Virtanen, 1927 - 1988
Geni World Family TreePaavo Nestor Fabianinpoika Virtanen, 1894 - Circa 1945
Geni World Family TreePaavo Ilmari Virtanen, 1908 - 1979
Geni World Family TreePaavo August Virtanen, 1907 - 1975
FamilySearch Family TreePaavo Evert Virtanen, 1914 - 1999
FamilySearch Family TreePaavo Verner Virtanen, 1899 - 1968
FamilySearch Family TreePaavo Matias Virtanen, 1909 - 1980
FamilySearch Family TreePaavo Pellervo Fransinp Virtanen, 1913 - 1947
Finland, Karelia Communion Books
Paavo Johannes Virtanen, 1900 - 1918
Finland, War Victims, 1914-1922
Paavo Henrik Virtanen, 1898 - 1918
Finland, War Victims, 1914-1922
Paavo Nikolai Virtanen, 1897 - 1919
Finland, War Victims, 1914-1922
Paavo Virtanen, 1897 - 1918
Finland, War Victims, 1914-1922Paavo Allan Virtanen, 1910 - 1942
Finland, Second World War CasualtiesPaavo Armas Virtanen, 1922 - 1944
Finland, Second World War CasualtiesPaavo Johannes Virtanen, 1897 - 1941
Finland, Second World War CasualtiesPaavo Villehard Virtanen, 1903 - 1940
Finland, Second World War Casualties
Paavo Virtanen, born 1886
Finland, Population Tax Lists, 1910
Paavo Virtanen, born 1885
Finland, Population Tax Lists, 1910
Paavo Virtanen, born 1862
Finland, Population Tax Lists, 1910
Paavo Virtanen, born 1891
Finland, Population Tax Lists, 1910Paavo Heikinp Virtanen, 1909 - 1913
Finland, Karelia Deaths and BurialsPaavo Pellervo Virtanen, 1913 - 1947
Finland, Karelia Deaths and BurialsPaavo Vihtori Virtanen, 1915 - 1988
Sweden, Stockholm Burials
Paavo Virtanen
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Connecticut)
Paavo Virtanen
Netherlands, Holland-America Line, Passenger Lists
Paavo Virtanen
Australia, Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com
Paavo Virtanen, born Circa 1908
Ellis Island and Other New York Passenger Lists, 1820-1957
Paavo Virtanen, born Circa 1907
Ellis Island and Other New York Passenger Lists, 1820-1957Paavo Af Virtanen, born Circa 1904
Canada, Passenger Lists and Border Entries, 1925-1935Paavo Virtanen, born Circa 1899
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- Paul Virtan
- Pavel Virtan
- Pavlo Virtan
- Pavo Virtan
- Russian: Павел Виртанен (Pavel Virtanen)


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The first name Paavo is of Finnish origin, derived from the Latin name Paulus, which means "small" or "humble." It is predominantly found in Finland and among Finnish-speaking communities, where it has been a popular name for centuries. Historically, the name has been associated with characteristics of modesty and simplicity, reflecting the traits of those who initially bore it, often linked to pastoral or agrarian lifestyles. Variations of the name can be found in different cultures, such as Pavel in Russian, Paolo in Italian, and Paul in English, each retaining the core meaning of the original Latin. The name Paavo has also been embraced in various forms across Scandinavia, showcasing its adaptability and enduring appeal. Notably, Paavo Nurmi, a famous Finnish middle-distance runner, has contributed to the name's recognition in the realm of sports, further embedding it in Finnish cultural identity.
The last name Virtanen is of Finnish origin, primarily found in Finland and among Finnish communities worldwide. It is derived from the Finnish word "virta," meaning "stream" or "flow," suggesting a geographical connection to water bodies or landscapes characterized by streams. Historically, surnames in Finland often reflected the natural environment or occupations of the individuals, and Virtanen likely indicated a person who lived near a stream or was associated with water-related activities. Variations of the name can be found in different forms, such as Virtanen in Finland, and it may appear in slightly altered spellings in other regions, though it remains relatively consistent due to its specific Finnish roots. The name is common in Finland and among Finnish descendants, reflecting the cultural heritage and connection to the Finnish landscape.
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