Kanavuori

Kanavuori is a Finnish surname. It is a relatively uncommon surname, derived from the Finnish words "kangas" (meaning heath, field, or moor) and "vuori" (meaning mountain or hill). Thus, Kanavuori roughly translates to "heath mountain" or "field hill".

The surname likely originated as a descriptive name, referring to individuals who lived near or were associated with a hill or elevation located in a heath or field landscape. Surnames of this type, derived from landscape features, are common in Finland and other Nordic countries.

Distribution data suggests the surname is primarily found in Finland, with a higher concentration in regions where such geographical features are present. Genealogical records are useful for tracing the specific origins of individual families bearing the name Kanavuori.