Kai Laitinen Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Kai Laitinen (1924–2013) was a Finnish literary scholar, critic, and estophile. He served as a professor of Finnish literature at Helsinki University from 1986 to 1989. Laitinen authored several books on Finnish literature, including translations into Estonian. He played a pivotal role in Estonian-Finnish cultural relations, particularly through his research on Aino Kallas. Laitinen's early interest in Estonia was influenced by his family background and his connection with Estonian scholar Ivar Ivask. He also appeared in various literary-themed films.

Report a Problem

---

Meaning of the name - Kai

Ocean, sea, forest, earth, forgiveness, happiness (depending on origin)

Read Full Kai Name Analysis

---

September 27, 1924 Facts

Generation Group

Kai Laitinen belongs to the GI Generation group.

---

Place of Birth: Suonenjoki

Place of Death: Helsinki

Cause of Death: 2013-03-11

Educated At: Helsinki University

Occupation: literary scholar | writer

Employers: University of Helsinki

Awards Received: Commander of the Order of the Lion of Finland | Memorial medal of the Continuation War | Order of the Cross of Terra Mariana, 3rd Class | Commander of the Order of the Polar Star | Swedish Academy Finland Prize

---

Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.