Sulaiman
Sulaiman is a Muslim boy name of Arabic (Hebrew Shlomo) origin, meaning “Prophet Solomon; man of peace”.
| Meaning | Prophet Solomon; man of peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew Shlomo) |
| Written as | سليمان |
| Pronunciation | soo-lay-MAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Sulaiman
Sulaiman is Arabic for Solomon, Dawud's son, who was both a prophet and a king. The name is connected with the Semitic root for peace, visible in Arabic salām and Hebrew shalom. According to the Quran, Sulayman was blessed with wisdom, understood the language of birds, and was given power over the jinn and the winds. Süleyman the Magnificent, the Ottoman sultan, is a famous later namesake.
Is Sulaiman a Muslim name?
Sulaiman is a prophet's name and one of the most respected choices for Muslim boys; the Quran says 'And Solomon inherited David. He said: O people, we have been taught the speech of birds' (Quran 27:16).
How popular is Sulaiman?
It is used in every part of the Muslim world, as Süleyman in Turkey and Sulaimon in Yoruba and Central Asian communities.
Gifts with the name Sulaiman
- Sulaiman name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Sulaiman baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sulaiman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sulaiman mean?
Sulaiman means 'Prophet Solomon; man of peace'. It is of Arabic (Hebrew Shlomo) origin.
Is Sulaiman a Muslim name?
Sulaiman is a prophet's name and one of the most respected choices for Muslim boys; the Quran says 'And Solomon inherited David. He said: O people, we have been taught the speech of birds' (Quran 27:16).
How do you pronounce Sulaiman?
Sulaiman is pronounced soo-lay-MAAN.
Is Sulaiman a boy or girl name?
Sulaiman is usually a boy name.