Souleymane
Souleymane is a Muslim boy name meaning “Solomon, Prophet and king”.
| Meaning | Solomon, Prophet and king |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | French-style spelling of Arabic Sulaymān |
| Arabic spelling | سليمان |
| Pronunciation | soo-lay-MAHN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Souleymane
Souleymane is the French-style spelling of Sulaymān (Solomon), the prophet-king who, according to the Quran, was given understanding of the speech of birds and command over the wind and the jinn. The name is very popular in francophone West Africa and is often shortened to Souley.
Is Souleymane a Muslim name?
Yes. Souleymane is a Muslim name, a spelling of Sulaymān, Prophet Solomon.
Is Souleymane in the Quran?
He is named in the Quran, as in 'Solomon (Sulaymān) inherited David' (Quran 27:16).
Where is the name Souleymane used?
Very common in Senegal, Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Souleymane mean?
Souleymane means 'Solomon, Prophet and king'. It comes from French-style spelling of Arabic Sulaymān.
Is Souleymane a Muslim name?
Yes. Souleymane is a Muslim name, a spelling of Sulaymān, Prophet Solomon.
How do you write Souleymane in Arabic?
Souleymane is written سليمان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Souleymane?
Souleymane is pronounced soo-lay-MAHN.
Is Souleymane mentioned in the Quran?
He is named in the Quran, as in 'Solomon (Sulaymān) inherited David' (Quran 27:16).