Ahonen is a Finnish surname meaning "small glade". Notable people with the surname include: Ari Ahonen (born 1981), Finnish professional hockey goalie Derek Ahonen (born 1980), Finnish/American Playwright Elise Ahonen (born 1960s), Finnish figure skater Esko Ahonen (born 1955), Finnish politician, member of the parliament Janne Ahonen (born 1977), Finnish professional and Olympic ski jumper Kirsi Ahonen (born 1976), Finnish javelin thrower Olavi Ahonen (1923-2000), Finnish film actor Rony Ahonen (born 1987), Finnish ice hockey player Roope Ahonen (born 1990), Finnish basketball player Veli-Matti Ahonen, Finnish ski jumper Fictional characters Mika Ahonen, a character from the anime/manga Strike Witches Finnish-language surnames