The Origins of the Finns: Have you ever wondered where the Finns came from? Since Finnish is clearly not a Western language, people have pondered this subject for centuries. Where did the Finns originate? Does their very unusual language make the Finns unique? How are they different from their neighbors? When do Finns appear in the history of Finland? This presentation begins with the prehistoric origins of Finnish speakers, their arrival in Finland, and their lives in tribal settings. It ends with the Swedish era.