Antero
Antero is a given name and surname of Finnish origin. It is commonly used in Finland and other countries with Finnish heritage. The name Antero is derived from the Greek name Andreas, which means "manly" or "brave".
Notable People Named Antero[edit | edit source]
- Antero Niittymäki - A Finnish former professional ice hockey goaltender who played in the National Hockey League (NHL).
- Antero Vipunen - A giant in Finnish mythology, known from the Kalevala, the national epic of Finland.
- Antero Manninen - A Finnish cellist, known for his work with the band Apocalyptica.
Finnish Mythology[edit | edit source]
In Finnish mythology, Antero Vipunen is a giant who possesses vast knowledge. He is featured in the Kalevala, where the hero Väinämöinen seeks him out to gain wisdom and magical spells.
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