Karhu is a Finnish surname meaning "
bear
Bears are carnivoran mammals of the family Ursidae. They are classified as caniforms, or doglike carnivorans. Although only eight species of bears are extant, they are widespread, appearing in a wide variety of habitats throughout the Nor ...
". Notable people with the surname include:
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Minna Karhu (born 1971), Finnish freestyle skier
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Kimmo Karhu, Finnish racing cyclist
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Tero Karhu
Tero Karhu (born 28 September 1979) is a Finnish sport journalist and former footballer who represented FC Viikingit of the Finnish First Division. He usually played as a central midfielder.
Nowadays, Karhu hosts Finnish Premier Division match ...
(born 1979), Finnish footballer
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Niko Karhu (born 1993), Finnish ice hockey defenceman
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Finnish-language surnames
Surnames from nicknames