Sulaimon
Sulaimon is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Solomon; man of peace”.
| Meaning | Prophet Solomon; man of peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba / Tajik form |
| Arabic spelling | سليمان |
| Pronunciation | soo-LAI-mon |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sulaimon
Sulaimon is the form of Sulayman (Solomon) used among Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria and also in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. In Yoruba the final vowel shifts to 'o', and in Tajik the long Arabic 'a' becomes 'o', so both arrive independently at Sulaimon. It honours the Prophet Sulayman, son of Dawud.
Is Sulaimon a Muslim name?
Yes. Sulaimon is a local form of Sulaiman, the name of Prophet Solomon in the Quran.
Is Sulaimon in the Quran?
'And to Solomon We gave understanding of the case, and to each We gave judgment and knowledge' (Quran 21:79).
Where is the name Sulaimon used?
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 comes from Arabic, Yoruba / Tajik form.
Is Sulaimon a Muslim name?
Yes. Sulaimon is a local form of Sulaiman, the name of Prophet Solomon in the Quran.
How do you write Sulaimon in Arabic?
Sulaimon is written سليمان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sulaimon?
Sulaimon is pronounced soo-LAI-mon.
Is Sulaimon mentioned in the Quran?
'And to Solomon We gave understanding of the case, and to each We gave judgment and knowledge' (Quran 21:79).