Sulaimon
Sulaimon is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Yoruba / Tajik form origin, meaning “Prophet Solomon; man of peace”.
| Meaning | Prophet Solomon; man of peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba / Tajik form |
| Written as | سليمان |
| Pronunciation | soo-LAI-mon |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, West Africa, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Sulaimon
Sulaimon is the version of Sulayman, or Solomon, that Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria use, and it is also found in Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. Each region got there on its own. Yoruba changes the final vowel into an 'o', while Tajik turns the long Arabic 'a' into an 'o'. In every case the name honours the Prophet Sulayman, the son of Dawud.
Is Sulaimon a Muslim name?
This local form of Sulaiman keeps the Quranic prophet's name; the Quran says 'And to Solomon We gave understanding of the case, and to each We gave judgment and knowledge' (Quran 21:79).
How popular is Sulaimon?
It is common among Yoruba Muslims in southwest Nigeria and in Tajikistan.
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Spellings and variants of Sulaimon
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sulaimon mean?
Sulaimon means 'Prophet Solomon; man of peace'. It is of Arabic, Yoruba / Tajik form origin.
Is Sulaimon a Muslim name?
This local form of Sulaiman keeps the Quranic prophet's name; the Quran says 'And to Solomon We gave understanding of the case, and to each We gave judgment and knowledge' (Quran 21:79).
How do you pronounce Sulaimon?
Sulaimon is pronounced soo-LAI-mon.
Is Sulaimon a boy or girl name?
Sulaimon is usually a boy name.