Finland

People from Finland are known as “Finns” or “Finnish people”. They are part of the Finnish nation and are mainly associated with the Finnish language and culture. While most Finns live in Finland, there are Finnish communities in other countries, especially in Sweden, the United States, and Canada. The term “Finns” includes both ethnic Finns and the Swedish-speaking minority, a significant group in Finland. The indigenous Sámi people also live in northern Finland but have a distinct cultural identity from the Finns.

Finland is renowned for its high standard of living, excellent education system, and technological innovation. Finns have a strong connection to nature, and their country consistently ranks highly in global happiness and quality of life surveys. Finland’s well-developed welfare state offers extensive social services and a reliable healthcare system.

Finns are often considered some of the happiest people in the world, thanks to a robust social safety net, top-tier education and healthcare, low corruption, and high levels of trust in institutions. Their close bond with nature, focus on work-life balance, and commitment to equality also contribute to their overall well-being, creating a stable and supportive environment that promotes happiness.

For seven consecutive years, Finland has been named the happiest country in the world, followed closely by its Nordic neighbors Denmark and Iceland.