Salminen

Salminen is a Finnish surname. Notable people with the surname include:

Arto Salminen (1959–2005), Finnish writer known for his social commentary
Arvo Salminen, twentieth century Finnish politician
Esko Salminen (born 1940), Finnish actor on television, the stage and film
Ilmari Salminen (1902–1986), Finnish athlete, winner of the 10000 m at the 1936 Summer Olympics
John Salminen (born 1945), award-winning American watercolor painter, well known for his realistic urban landscapes
Juha Salminen (born 1976), Finnish enduro rider
Krisse Salminen (born 1976), Finnish stand-up comedian and television talkshow hostess
Markku Salminen (1946–2004), Finnish orienteering competitor
Matti Salminen (born 1945), Finnish bass and opera singer
Sally Salminen (1906–1976), author from the Åland Islands, Finland
Simo Salminen (born 1932), Finnish comic-actor in movies and television shows by Spede Pasanen
Timo Salminen (born 1952), Finnish cinematographer best known for his artistic work in Aki Kaurismäki's films
Ville Salminen (1908–1992), Finnish film actor, director, writer and producer
Ville-Veikko Salminen (1937–2006), Finnish film and television actor

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Category:Finnish-language surnames